gulf of martaban
Definition
Proper noun: * A geographical feature: The Gulf of Martaban is a large inlet or bay of the Andaman Sea, located off the southern coast of Myanmar (Burma).
Usage
- The term is used specifically as a geographical name to identify this particular body of water.
- It is often mentioned in geographical, meteorological, or maritime contexts.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The gulf is noted for its exceptionally large tidal range, which is among the most significant in the world.
- It is a major shipping and fishing area for Myanmar.
Variants and Related Words
- Martaban: Historically, this also refers to a region and a former port city (now Mottama) near the head of the gulf. The gulf is named after this area.
- Andaman Sea: The larger sea of which the Gulf of Martaban is an arm.
- Bay, Inlet: General terms for similar coastal geographical features.
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms for this proper noun. It can be described generally as a bay or an arm of the Andaman Sea.
Noun
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an arm of the Andaman Sea off southern Myanmar
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