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Inlet
01
a narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often serving as a passageway or channel
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
inlets
Examples
The boat navigated through the narrow inlet to reach the hidden bay.
02
a small opening that allows air, water, or other substances to flow into or out of a confined space or container
Examples
The air conditioning system in the car features an inlet for fresh air to enter the cabin and keep passengers comfortable.
Lexical Tree
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