inlet
/ˈɪnlɛt/
noun
- A narrow body of water that leads from a larger body of water into the land, such as a bay or river mouth.
- They found a small inlet where the water was calm and clear.
- The inlet was home to many seabirds and fish.
- The boat sailed into a quiet inlet to escape the storm.
- An opening or passage through which air, gas, or liquid enters a machine or system.
- The air inlet on the engine was clogged with debris.
- The pump's inlet is designed to filter out large particles.
- Make sure the water inlet valve is open before starting the washing machine.
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