Synonyms for

Inlet

Verb / ˈɪˌnlet / Another word for inlet — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An inlet is a narrow strip of water that flows into a larger body of water, like a bay or a harbor.

Synonyms & similar words

intake recess bayou cove estuary fjord harbor lagoon sound channel gulf bight arm inlet lakeland marsh delta slough swamp wetland

Synonyms by register

Formal

bay cove creek estuary

Informal

opening gap slit passage

Literary

haven nook recess

Antonyms

outlet exit discharge opening spout vent

Common collocations

  • narrow inlet
  • tidal inlet
  • coastal inlet
  • sea inlet
  • inlet pipe
  • inlet valve
  • water inlet
  • air inlet

Word family

noun inlet
verb inlet

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a narrow passage of water leading inland from the sea or a lake. Can also refer to an opening for a fluid or gas to enter a system.

Example sentences

  1. The inlet was full of fish, making it a great spot for fishing.
  2. We sailed our boat through the narrow inlet and into the calm waters of the bay.
  3. The inlet was surrounded by rocky cliffs and lush green forests.
  4. The harbors inlet was guarded by two large lighthouses.
  5. The inlet was home to a variety of marine life, including dolphins and seals.

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