A gulf is a big part of the sea that is mostly closed by land. It is bigger than a small bay. People use it to talk about places near the ocean.
We sailed across the deep gulf.
The gulf is wide and full of fish.
A gulf can mean a big difference or space between two things like ideas or groups of people. It shows that they are not close or similar.
There is a gulf between young and old.
A gulf of opinion grew between them.
Gulf is used to talk about a big space or difference in feelings, time, or situations. It means things are far apart or very different.
There is a gulf in their understanding.
A gulf of time lies between the events.
Sometimes 'Gulf' means the Persian Gulf, a well-known sea area near the Middle East. It is famous for oil and ships.
The Persian Gulf is rich in oil.
Ships travel through the Persian Gulf.
'Gulf' can mean the countries around the Persian Gulf. These countries share culture, politics, and business ties.
The Gulf countries have strong economies.
She studied politics in the Gulf region.
Gulf can describe a big empty hole or deep open space in the ground or place. It often means a dangerous or large opening.
A gulf opened in the earth after the storm.
The car fell into a deep gulf on the road.
