What does BIGHT mean?

Bight 1. Parts of Speech

Bight is a noun and a verb.

2. Definitions

As a noun, bight means a bend or curve, especially in a coastline. As a verb, bight means to bend or curve.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /baɪt/

UK: /baɪt/

4. Origin and Usage

The word bight comes from the Middle English word "bighte," which means a bend or curve. It was first used in the 14th century. Bight is commonly used in nautical and geographical contexts to describe a bend or curve in a coastline or a rope that has been bent into a loop. It is also used in general contexts to describe any bend or curve.

5. Synonyms

Some synonyms for bight as a noun include curve, bend, bay, and inlet. As a verb, some synonyms include bend, curve, and twist.

6. Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to bight include beach, cleft, creek, and delta.

7. Example Sentences

• The coastline had a gentle bight where the waves lapped against the shore.
• The sailor expertly tied a bight in the rope to secure the boat to the dock.
• The road took a sharp bight to the left, leading them into the valley.