riptide. / (ˈrɪpˌtaɪd) / noun. Also called: rip, tide-rip a stretch of turbulent water in the sea, caused by the meeting of currents or abrupt changes in depth. Also called: rip current a strong current, esp one flowing outwards from the shore, causing disturbance on the surface.

What is the full meaning of Riptide?

A riptide is an extremely strong, unpredictable current that flows across another. Riptides are especially dangerous for ocean swimmers. When people talk about riptides, they usually mean the powerful, narrow currents of ocean water near the shore that can be hazardous to swimmers with little experience.

What does RIP stand for in Riptide?

Stay afloat, yell for help, swim parallel to the shore. Do not exhaust yourself fighting the current. Beachgoers sometimes see scary looking warning signs telling them to watch out for rip currents. “Rip” in this case could stand for “rest in peace,” because these currents can be deadly.