bay Definition
- 1a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward
- 2a small indentation or recess in a coast or shoreline
- 3a reddish-brown color
Using bay: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bay" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The bay was calm and peaceful.
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We anchored our boat in the bay.
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The beach is located in a small bay.
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She painted her room in a warm shade of bay.
bay Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with bay
Example
She sat in the bay window reading a book.
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He splashed some bay rum on his face after shaving.
an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub with dark green shiny leaves, native to the Mediterranean region
Example
The chef used bay leaves to flavor the soup.
Summary: bay in Brief
The word 'bay' [beɪ] refers to a broad inlet of the sea where the land curves inward, or a small indentation or recess in a coast or shoreline. It can also refer to a reddish-brown color. Examples include 'We anchored our boat in the bay' and 'She painted her room in a warm shade of bay.' Phrases include 'bay window,' 'bay rum,' and 'bay laurel.'
