NARROW

/ˈnæɹəʊ/ ► audio Scrabble 9 Words With Friends 10

Definition

  1. noun a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water.
  2. verb make or become more narrow or restricted. — synonyms: contract
  3. verb define clearly. — synonyms: pin_down, peg_down, nail_down, narrow_down, specify
  4. verb become more focused on an area of activity or field of study. — synonyms: specialize, specialise, narrow_down
  5. verb become tight or as if tight. — synonyms: constrict, constringe
  6. adjective not wide.
  7. adjective limited in size or scope.
  8. adjective lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view. — synonyms: narrow-minded
  9. adjective very limited in degree.
  10. adjective characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination. — synonyms: minute

Examples

  • “the narrows of New York harbor”
  • “a narrow hallway”
  • “a narrow interpretation”

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