bay (Meaning)
bay (n)
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
the sound of a hound on the scent
small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring in cooking; also used by ancient Greeks to crown victors
a compartment on a ship between decks; often used as a hospital
a compartment in an aircraft used for some specific purpose
a small recess opening off a larger room
a horse of a moderate reddish-brown color
bay (v)
utter in deep prolonged tones
bark with prolonged noises, of dogs
bay (s)
(used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color
bay (a.)
Reddish brown; of the color of a chestnut; -- applied to the color of horses.
bay (n.)
An inlet of the sea, usually smaller than a gulf, but of the same general character.
A small body of water set off from the main body; as a compartment containing water for a wheel; the portion of a canal just outside of the gates of a lock, etc.
A recess or indentation shaped like a bay.
A principal compartment of the walls, roof, or other part of a building, or of the whole building, as marked off by the buttresses, vaulting, mullions of a window, etc.; one of the main divisions of any structure, as the part of a bridge between two piers.
A compartment in a barn, for depositing hay, or grain in the stalks.
A kind of mahogany obtained from Campeachy Bay.
A berry, particularly of the laurel.
The laurel tree (Laurus nobilis). Hence, in the plural, an honorary garland or crown bestowed as a prize for victory or excellence, anciently made or consisting of branches of the laurel.
A tract covered with bay trees.
A bank or dam to keep back water.
bay (v. i.)
To bark, as a dog with a deep voice does, at his game.
Deep-toned, prolonged barking.
A state of being obliged to face an antagonist or a difficulty, when escape has become impossible.
bay (v. t.)
To bark at; hence, to follow with barking; to bring or drive to bay; as, to bay the bear.
To bathe.
To dam, as water; -- with up or back.
Synonyms & Antonyms of bay
bay Sentence Examples
- The fishing boats bobbed peacefully in the sheltered bay.
- The bay's turquoise waters glistened under the warm sun.
- A pod of dolphins frolicked in the clear waters of the bay.
- The cliffs that framed the bay were adorned with lush greenery.
- A gentle breeze wafted through the bay, carrying the sweet scent of wildflowers.
- At sunset, the bay transformed into a kaleidoscope of colors, with the sky reflecting in the water.
- The secluded bay provided a tranquil retreat from the bustling town.
- The bay was a popular spot for swimming, kayaking, and fishing.
- The towering mountains that rose behind the bay created a breathtaking backdrop.
- The narrow entrance to the bay made it a safe haven for ships seeking shelter from storms.
FAQs About the word bay
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf, the sound of a hound on the scent, small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small black
cabin,chamber, compartment, cell, cube, hole,box, cubicle, alcove, drawer
murmur, breathe, breathe, murmur, whisper,whisper,mutter, mumble, mumble, mutter
The fishing boats bobbed peacefully in the sheltered bay.
The bay's turquoise waters glistened under the warm sun.
A pod of dolphins frolicked in the clear waters of the bay.
The cliffs that framed the bay were adorned with lush greenery.
