violent tide; fierce tidal current
Refers to a rough, dangerous sea with strong currents, often used in nautical or weather contexts.
Due to the violent tide, the ship had no choice but to return to port.
This sea area is known for its frequent fierce tidal currents.
Standard kanji spelling for 'violent tide'.
Out-dated kanji usage; 塩 is a non-standard substitute for 潮.
Compound of 荒 (rough, violent) and 潮 (tide, tidal current). The spelling 荒塩 is an outdated variant using 塩 (salt) as a substitute for 潮.