1. people who search beaches for useful or valuable items washed ashore
2. people who wander along beaches casually, often as a leisure activity

Examples

• The beachcombers found several pieces of sea glass after the storm.
• Early morning beachcombers often discover the best shells.
• Local beachcombers collected driftwood for their art projects.
• The beachcombers searched for coins lost by tourists.
• Retired beachcombers enjoy their daily walks along the shore.
• Professional beachcombers use metal detectors to find jewelry.
• The beachcombers gathered interesting rocks and fossils.