Croatan
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A wide coastal channel in North Carolina between Roanoke Island and the mainland
- proper noun
- /kroʊˈeɪtən/
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ría Croatan
- The Croatan is a beautiful waterway that attracts many boaters and fishermen.
Examples
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We set out to explore the Croatan, enjoying the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
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The piece was first recorded in 2011 near the Croatan Surf Club.
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Many tourists visit the Croatan to experience its rich natural beauty and diverse wildlife.
Synonyms
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8.8
A long narrow inlet on the coast where the sea covers a river valley
is a wider coastal channel rather than a long narrow inlet
9.9
A small sheltered bay on the coast where boats can stay safely
is a wide coastal channel rather than a small sheltered bay
Surface Forms
Croatan main
Etymology
Croatan (the inlet) is named after the Croatan people who lived along these shores, and many coastal place names come from the original native words, so the inlet's name links the water to the people who lived there.