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Gulf
UK
/gʌlf/
US
/gʌlf/
Translation of "gulf" into Russian
Definitions
gulf
Noun
UK
/gʌlf/
US
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A large area of sea or ocean that is partially enclosed by land.
The Gulf of Mexico is known for its rich biodiversity and oil reserves.
A deep, wide chasm or abyss.
The earthquake left a massive gulf in the landscape, making the area impassable.
A significant difference or division between two people, groups, or things.
There is a growing gulf between the rich and the poor in many countries.
gulf
Verb
UK
/gʌlf/
US
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(literary, archaic) To engulf or swallow up completely; to overwhelm as if plunged into a gulf.
Raging floodwaters gulfed the low-lying villages within hours.
gulf
Adjective
UK
/gʌlf/
US
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Relating to, located on, or originating from a gulf, especially the Gulf of Mexico or the Persian Gulf.
Gulf shrimp are prized for their sweet flavor.
Gulf
Proper noun
The Persian Gulf, or the region adjoining it, especially when referred to simply as “the Gulf”.
Many oil-rich states are located around the Gulf.
Idioms and phrases
a gulf of difference
There is a gulf of difference between their opinions.
огромная разница
Между их мнениями огромная разница.
a growing gulf
There is a growing gulf between the rich and the poor.
растущий разрыв
Существует растущий разрыв между богатыми и бедными.
gulf region
The political situation in the gulf region is complex.
регион Персидского залива
Политическая ситуация в регионе Персидского залива сложная.
gulf war
Many veterans of the Gulf War still suffer from its consequences.
война в Персидском заливе
Многие ветераны войны в Персидском заливе до сих пор страдают от её последствий.
gulf stream
The Gulf Stream affects the climate of Western Europe.
Гольфстрим
Гольфстрим влияет на климат Западной Европы.
gulf countries
Gulf countries are rich in oil resources.
страны Персидского залива
Страны Персидского залива богаты нефтяными ресурсами.
gulf coast
The Gulf Coast is known for its beautiful beaches.
побережье залива
Побережье залива известно своими красивыми пляжами.
bridge the gulf
Efforts to bridge the gulf between rich and poor are ongoing.
преодолеть разрыв
Усилия по преодолению разрыва между богатыми и бедными продолжаются.
yawning gulf
There is a yawning gulf in his understanding of the subject.
зияющий разрыв
В его понимании предмета есть зияющий разрыв.