strait-n; 2 Senses

Sense Number 1: waterway

Commentary: sound - a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water

Examples:
The Torres Strait area is inhabited by aboriginal tribes.
The Strait of Gibraltar is between Africa and Europe.

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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 2: bad situation

Commentary: pass, straits - a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs

Examples:
John was in dire straits when Mary reminded him of the upcoming deadline .

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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers: 2