Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strait
noun
/streɪt/
Definition
A strait is a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water.
Examples
- The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.
- Many fish species migrate through the strait during their breeding season.
- She sailed through the narrow strait with great skill.
Meaning
Straits are often significant for navigation, as they can serve as crucial channels for maritime travel between seas or oceans.
Synonyms
- channel
- narrow
- waterway
- passage
