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Meaning of the word gulf in English

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gulf

US /ɡʌlf/
UK /ɡʌlf/
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Noun

1.

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

Example:
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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:
baycoveinletfjordsound
2.

a deep chasm or abyss

Example:
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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:
chasmabysscrevassefissuregorge
3.

a wide difference in opinion, outlook, or interests

Example:
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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:
gapdividechasmriftdisparity
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