First Known Use: circa 1576
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inlet
noun in·let \ˈin-ˌlet, -lət\
: a narrow area of water that goes into the land from a sea or lake
: an opening through which air, gas, or liquid can enter something (such as a machine)
Full Definition of INLET
1
a : a bay or recess in the shore of a sea, lake, or river; also : creek b : a narrow water passage between peninsulas or through a barrier island leading to a bay or lagoon
2
: a way of entering; especially : an opening for intake
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Origin of INLET
from its letting water in
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Rhymes with INLET
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INLET Defined for Kids
inlet
noun in·let \ˈin-ˌlet\
Definition of INLET for Kids
1
: a small or narrow bay
2
: an opening through which air, gas, or liquid can enter something
Medical Dictionary
inlet
noun in·let \ˈin-ˌlet, -lət\
Medical Definition of INLET
: the upper opening of a bodily cavity; especially : that of the cavity of the true pelvis bounded by the pelvic brim
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