haaf

hæf

Definitions

1. noun

A shallow bay or inlet of the sea, typically found in areas with rocky coastlines.

“The haaf offered a safe haven for the boats during the storm.”

2. noun

A type of net used for fishing, especially in Scottish waters.

“The local fishermen relied on their haaf nets to catch the day’s catch.”

Synonyms

  • bay
  • inlet

Antonyms

  • headland
  • promontory