Definition of Bight
Bight
bight
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a bend or curve in a coastline, forming an open bay, or a bay thus formed;
e.g. There were many fine beaches along the bight, which attracted many tourists to the area.
(noun)
the part of a rope that is slack, such as a loop, as opposed to its ends;
e.g. Someone might trip over the bight of the rope if it is left across the passage like that.
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