Meaning of the word gulf in English

What does gulf mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gulf

US /ɡʌlf/

UK /ɡʌlf/

a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land, with a narrow mouth

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The ship sailed into the gulf.

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The Persian Gulf is an extension of the Indian Ocean.

Synonym:

bay cove inlet fjord sound

a deep chasm or abyss

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A deep gulf opened up in the earth after the earthquake.

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The explorers peered into the dark gulf below.

Synonym:

chasm abyss crevasse fissure gorge

a wide difference in opinion, outlook, or interests

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There is a growing gulf between the rich and the poor.

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The two political parties have a wide gulf in their ideologies.

Synonym:

gap divide chasm rift disparity