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The word "strait" originally referred to a paved road or street in Latin. Over time, it came to be used figuratively to describe any narrow passage or channel. By the 15th century, it had taken on the specific meaning of a narrow waterway connecting two larger bodies of water.
The word "strait" is also used in a figurative sense to describe a difficult or challenging situation. This usage derives from the idea of a narrow passage that is difficult to navigate. For example, we might say that someone is "in dire straits" if they are facing a difficult time.
Etymology Origin Old English streht meaning stretched or extended Meaning
Etymology Origin Old English streht meaning stretched or extended Meaning
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