Meaning
A body of water let into a coast, such as a bay, cove, fjord or estuary.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English inlāte (“inlet, entrance”), from inleten (“to let in”), equivalent to in- + let. Compare Low German inlat (“inlet”), German Einlass (“inlet, entrance”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 11 recorded puzzles: