bristol channel
Definition
Proper noun: * A major inlet of the Atlantic Ocean: The Bristol Channel is a significant body of water separating the southwestern peninsula of England (primarily the counties of Somerset and Devon) from southern Wales.
Usage
The term "Bristol Channel" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is commonly used in contexts related to geography, maritime navigation, weather, and regional descriptions. * The ferry crosses the Bristol Channel to reach Wales. * Strong tides are common in the Bristol Channel. * The city of Bristol is located at the eastern end of the Bristol Channel.
Advanced Usage
- Definite Article: While a proper noun, it typically takes the definite article "the" (the Bristol Channel), similar to other named bodies of water like "the English Channel" or "the Gulf of Mexico".
Variants and Related Words
- Severn Estuary: This is the name for the eastern, narrower part of the Bristol Channel into which the River Severn flows. It is often considered part of the larger Bristol Channel system.
Synonyms
- Inlet
- Arm of the sea
Noun
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an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean between southern Wales and southwestern England
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