Synonyms for strait

Synonyms for (noun) strait

Synonyms: strait, sound

Definition: a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water

Similar words: channel

Definition: a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage for vessels

Usage: the ship went aground in the channel


Synonyms: pass, strait, straits

Definition: a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs

Similar words: situation

Definition: a complex or critical or unusual difficulty

Usage: the dangerous situation developed suddenly; that's quite a situation; no human situation is simple


Synonyms for (adj) strait

Synonyms: strait

Definition: narrow

Usage: strait is the gate

Similar words: narrow

Definition: not wide

Usage: a narrow bridge; a narrow line across the page


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