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gap ((n.))
Esp. Ont.
DCHP-1 (pre-1967)
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n.
an entrance between two islands (or an island and the mainland) to a harbor or inner bay.
Quotations
1853
Just after you pass the island and enter the Lower Gap, there are three very small islands in a direct line with each other, that are known as the three brothers.
1937
"We'll go out the eastern gap, mate," hailed Jim. "Aye, aye, sir," I replied, bailing another three canfuls.
1945
There is only a brief exposure to the lake winds at "the upper gap" between Prince Edward County and Amherst Island. . . .