Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
embay
verb
/ɛmˈbeɪ/
Definition
To shelter or enclose within a bay; to make a bay of.
Examples
- She watched the boats embay within the calm waters of the cove.
- The cliffs embay the beach, providing a serene spot for sunbathing.
Meaning
The term ’embay’ refers to the action of enclosing an area of water or land, typically leading to a type of geographical formation that acts as a barrier or shelter.
Synonyms
- enclose
- embark
- nestle
