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Meaning of gulfs
A gulfs refers to a deep, wide gap or opening in the earth's surface, or a large sea area almost completely enclosed by land.
Etymology of gulfs
The word "gulf" comes from the Old French "golfe", which is derived from the Latin "gulphus" or "gulfus", and ultimately from the Greek "κόλπος" (kolpos), meaning "bay" or "bosom"
Historically, the term has been used to describe various large bodies of water, including the Gulf of Mexico and the Persian Gulf
Synonyms
Definitions
- A long, narrow inlet of the sea, typically between steep slopes
- * A large area of sea partially enclosed by land, or a deep, wide gap or opening in the earth's surface
Usage Examples
- The boat navigated through the gulf, careful to avoid the rocky shoreline
- * The two countries are separated by a deep gulf of cultural and linguistic differences
Antonyms
isthmuses
landmasses
continents
islands
peninsulas
headlands
capes
shores
coastlines
borders
boundaries
edges
brims
rims
lips
margins
perimeters