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Definition of inlet noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

inlet

noun
 
/ˈɪnlet/
 
/ˈɪnlet/
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  1. a narrow area of water that stretches into the land from the sea or a lake, or between islands
    • a narrow/sheltered/shallow inlet
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  2. (specialist) an opening through which liquid, air or gas can enter a machine
    • a fuel inlet
    opposite outlet
    3. Word OriginMiddle English (denoting admission): from in + the verb let.
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