ˈtaɪdl adj. relating
to, like, or
affected by tides (tidal
basin; tidal river). øtidal bore a
large wave or bore caused by constriction of
the spring tide as it enters a long
narrow shallow inlet. tidal
flow the regulated
movement of
traffic in
opposite directions on the
same stretch of road at
different times of the
day. tidal wave 1 Geog. an exceptionally large
ocean wave
esp.
one caused by an
underwater earthquake or
volcanic eruption. 2 a
widespread manifestation of
feeling etc. øøtidally adv.