inlet
IPA: ˈɪnɫɛt
noun
- A body of water let into a coast, such as a bay, cove, fjord or estuary.
- A passage that leads into a cavity.
verb
- (transitive) To let in; admit.
- (transitive) To insert; inlay.
- (firearms) To carve the wooden stock of a firearm so as to position the metal components in it.
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Examples of "inlet" in Sentences
- The small fishing boat navigated through the narrow inlet, surrounded by towering cliffs on either side
- The inlet provided a sheltered harbor for the sailboats, protected from the harsh waves of the open sea
- The inlet was teeming with marine life, from colorful schools of fish to playful dolphins
- We pitched our tents at the mouth of the inlet, with a breathtaking view of the sunrise over the water
- The inlet was a popular spot for kayakers, who enjoyed exploring the rocky coves and hidden caves along the shore
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