Definition

Proper noun: A narrow sea passage located between the northeastern tip of Australia (Cape York Peninsula, Queensland) and the southern coast of New Guinea (Papua New Guinea). It connects the Coral Sea to the east with the Arafura Sea to the west.

Usage

The term is used as a specific geographical name for the strait. * The Torres Strait is known for its complex reefs and islands. * Navigating the Torres Strait requires careful attention to charts. * The islands within the Torres Strait have a distinct cultural heritage.

Advanced Usage

• "Torres Strait Islander": Refers to the Indigenous Melanesian people originating from the islands of the Torres Strait. This term is distinct from Aboriginal Australians, who are from mainland Australia and Tasmania.
  • Torres Strait Islander culture is a vital part of Australia's national identity.

Variants and Related Words

• Torres Strait Islands (noun phrase): The collective name for the numerous islands situated within the Torres Strait.
  • The Torres Strait Islands are administratively part of the state of Queensland, Australia.

Synonyms

• Strait, channel, passage, waterway. (Note: These are general terms; "Torres Strait" is the proper name for this specific geographical feature.)

Noun

1. a strait between northeastern Australia and southern New Guinea that connects the Coral Sea with the Arafura Sea