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gulfs

The correct spelling is gulfs.

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noun

IPA: /ɡʌlfs/

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The correct spelling is gulfs. A hollow place in the earth; an abyss; a deep chasm or basin. For example: "the Gulf of Mexico    the Persian Gulf"

Usage Examples

the Gulf of Mexico    the Persian Gulf

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A hollow place in the earth; an abyss; a deep chasm or basin.
  2. 2.That which swallows; the gullet.
  3. 3.That which swallows irretrievably; a whirlpool; a sucking eddy.
  4. 4.A portion of an ocean or sea extending into the land; a partially landlocked sea
  5. 5.A large deposit of ore in a lode.

verb

  1. 1.(Oxbridge slang) To award a degree to somebody who has only just passed sufficiently.

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