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Gulf
01
海湾, 凹处
an area of sea that is partly surrounded by land, with a narrow opening
02
鸿沟, 间隔
a big difference that is hard to overcome, especially because of a lack of understanding
Example
A wide gulf separated the beliefs of the two friends.
The misunderstanding created a gulf between the teacher and the students.
There was a gulf of experience between the new employee and the veteran staff.
03
深渊, 鸿沟
a deep, wide chasm or separation, often used to describe a large, profound gap or difference between two things
Example
The gulf between the two countries ' economic systems was evident in their trade negotiations.
There was a significant gulf in understanding between the two generations.
The chasm between the rich and poor has created a social gulf in the community.
