spindrift

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Noun spindrift has 1 sense

spindrift, spoondrift - spray blown up from the surface of the sea
--₁ is a kind of spray

Definitions from the Web

spindrift

noun

1. (popular) The spray or foam from breaking waves.

2. (local) A small boat that sails close to the shore or in shallow water.

3. (local) A gust of wind that causes whirls of dust or debris.

Sample Sentences:

The beach was almost invisible under the spindrift generated by the crashing waves.
The fishermen headed out to sea in their spindrifts.
As the spindrift blew across the field, it carried dried leaves and bits of paper with it.