Bight

/baɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A bend or indentation in a coastline, often creating a natural harbor.

The ship sailed into the bight to take shelter from the storm.

A curve or recess in a geographical feature, such as a bay or river.

The bight provided a safe anchorage for boats after a long journey.

A wide, open area in a waterway or a wide part of a bay.

The fishermen gathered along the bight where the fish were plentiful.

Middle English 'bihte', from Old English 'biht', meaning bend or bay.

bight of a rope

The curve or loop in a rope.

bight of land

An area of land that notably curves or bends.

bay

A broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward.

cove

A small sheltered bay.