maracaibo

/mærɑkɑˈiboʊ/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A city in Venezuela, on the western shore of Lake Maracaibo.

“The beautiful city of Maracaibo is a must-see destination for any traveler.”

2. noun

A strait in Venezuela, connecting Lake Maracaibo to the Gulf of Venezuela.

“The ship navigated through the narrow waters of the Maracaibo Strait.”

Synonyms

  • gulf
  • lake

Antonyms

  • inland
  • landlocked