Tide meaning : The periodic change of the sea level, particularly when caused by the gravitational influence of the sun and the moon. A stream, current or flood. (chronology, except in liturgy) Time, notably anniversary, period or season linked to an ecclesiastical feast. A time. A point or period of time identified or described by a qualifier (found in compounds). The period of twelve hours. Something which changes like the tides of the sea. Tendency or direction of causes, influences, or events; course; current. Violent confluence To cause to float with the tide; to drive or carry with the tide or stream. To pour a tide or flood. To work into or out of a river or harbor by drifting with the tide and anchoring when it becomes adverse.