Meaning of the word bight in English
What does bight mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bight
US /baɪt/
UK /baɪt/
Noun
1.
a long, curving indentation in a coastline, forming an open bay
Example:
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The ship sailed into the wide bight, seeking shelter from the storm.
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The Great Australian Bight is a large oceanic bight, or open bay, off the central and western parts of the southern coastline of mainland Australia.
2.
a loop in a rope
Example:
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He tied a knot with a small bight in the rope.
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Make a bight in the line and pass it through the ring.