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bay

 

[ beɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

body of water

A bay is a body of water partially enclosed by land. Bays are typically found along the coastline and are smaller than gulfs.

Synonyms

cove, harbor, inlet

Examples of usage

  • The boat sailed into the calm bay.
  • The bay was surrounded by cliffs on three sides.
Context #2 | Noun

geography

A bay is a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward.

Synonyms

estuary, fjord, sound

Examples of usage

  • The bay provided a natural harbor for the ships.
  • The city was built on the shores of a beautiful bay.
Context #3 | Noun

botany

A bay is a section of a garden or greenhouse used for plants.

Synonyms

alcove, corner, nook

Examples of usage

  • The rose bushes were planted in the bay next to the fountain.
  • The herbs in the bay were flourishing.

Translations

Translations of the word "bay" in other languages:

🇵🇹 baía

🇮🇳 खाड़ी

🇩🇪 Bucht

🇮🇩 teluk

🇺🇦 затока

🇵🇱 zatoka

🇯🇵 湾 (wan)

🇫🇷 baie

🇪🇸 bahía

🇹🇷 körfez

🇰🇷 만 (man)

🇸🇦 خليج (khaleej)

🇨🇿 zátoka

🇸🇰 zátoka

🇨🇳 湾 (wān)

🇸🇮 zaliv

🇮🇸 flói

🇰🇿 шығанақ

🇬🇪 ყურე (k'ure)

🇦🇿 körfəz

🇲🇽 bahía

Etymology

The word 'bay' has its origin in the Old French word 'baie', meaning an opening or hole, which in turn comes from the Latin word 'bāia', referring to an enclosed area of water. The term has been used for centuries to describe various geographical features and has evolved to include botanical and architectural meanings as well.

See also: baying.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,429, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.