shoal

[ʃoʊl]

shoal Definition

  • 1a large number of fish swimming together
  • 2a place in a body of water where the water is not very deep
  • 3a sandbank or sandbar that makes the water shallow

Using shoal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shoal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The shoal of fish was an impressive sight.

  • Example

    The boat ran aground on a shoal.

  • Example

    The shoal made it difficult for the ship to navigate through the channel.

shoal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for shoal

Phrases with shoal

  • a group of whales swimming together

    Example

    We were lucky enough to see a shoal of whales on our trip.

  • a group of jellyfish swimming together

    Example

    The beach was closed due to a shoal of jellyfish in the water.

  • shoal of sardines

    a group of sardines swimming together

    Example

    The shoal of sardines attracted many predators.

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Summary: shoal in Brief

The term 'shoal' [ʃoʊl] refers to a large group of fish swimming together, a shallow area in a body of water, or a sandbank that makes the water shallow. It is often used to describe marine life, such as 'shoal of whales,' and can also be used to describe obstacles for boats, such as 'The boat ran aground on a shoal.'