Fjord (Noun)
Meaning
A long narrow inlet of the sea between steep cliffs; common in Norway.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The deep blue water of the fjord reflected the towering mountains above.
- Tourists marveled at the serene beauty of the Norwegian fjords as they took in the scenery from their cruise ship.
- In Norway's largest fjord, the Sogne, fishing boats were anchored near the tiny villages.
- Glaciers had carved out the deep narrow passage of the fjord millions of years ago.
- To fully experience the majestic landscape, many adventurers took a kayak tour of the remote Hardanger fjord.