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fiord (fyôrd)

noun

a narrow inlet or arm of the sea bordered by steep cliffs, esp. in Norway

Etymology: Norw fjord < ON fjörthr, akin to OE ford, ford

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fiord Synonyms

fiord

n.

inlet, gulf, cove; see bay, water 2.


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fiord Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • Norwegian: Banff Strike Wing Memorial Mosquito from Banff attacking shipping in Norwegian fiord, Spring 1945 Gp.

Noun used with modifier

  • Oslo: The engagement began on the 9 th April 1940 with the Blücher slowly moving up Oslo fiord.
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