Dictionary Entry
isthmus
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Meaning
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A narrow strip of land connecting two larger landmasses, with water on either side.
Example Sentence
The Panama Canal was built across the Isthmus of Panama to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
Usage Note
Used in geography to describe narrow land connections between larger land areas, often important for transportation or strategic location.
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