offshore

Everyday

1. Offshore means in the sea, away from the coast. tree →
2. An offshore wind blows from the land out towards the sea. tree →
3. (money) Offshore companies or bank accounts are kept in another country, often to pay less tax. tree →

In the lessons

In geography and science, offshore wind farms and oil rigs stand in the sea; offshore islands lie off the coast. In beach safety, an offshore wind can blow inflatables and swimmers out to sea, so be careful. In adult money news, «offshore accounts» are often linked to avoiding tax. Common phrases: «offshore wind farm», «offshore oil rig», «offshore wind», «offshore island», «offshore account».

Examples

• There is a huge offshore wind farm near the coast. tree →
• Dad works on an offshore oil rig. tree →
• The boat anchored a mile offshore. tree →
• With an offshore wind, don't take your lilo into the sea. tree →
• The island lies just offshore. tree →
• The news said rich people hid money in offshore accounts. tree →
• Dolphins were swimming offshore. tree →

Note

Opposite: «onshore» (on the land, or blowing towards the land). Do not confuse with «inshore» (close to the coast). Not usually used with «the».