Meaning of the word narrows in English

What does narrows mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

narrows

US /ˈner.oʊz/
UK /ˈnær.əʊz/

Noun

a narrow passage or strait, especially one connecting two larger bodies of water

Example:
The ship navigated carefully through the dangerous narrows.
They built a bridge across the narrows.