cook strait

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Definition von cook strait im Englisch Englisch wörterbuch

A narrow channel separating North Island and South Island in New Zealand. It was explored by Capt. James Cook in 1770. Strait, separating North and South islands of New Zealand. Extending from the Tasman Sea to the Pacific Ocean, it is about 14 mi (23 km) wide at its narrowest point and averages 420 ft (128 m) in depth. Both shores are lined with steep cliffs, and that of South Island is deeply embayed. Treacherous currents and fierce storms present serious hazards to navigation. Capt. James Cook explored the strait in 1770

narrow channel of water which separates the northern and southern islands of New Zealand

a narrow strait separating the North Island and South Island in New Zealand

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Cook strait

Türkische aussprache

kûk streyt

Aussprache

/ˈko͝ok ˈstrāt/ /ˈkʊk ˈstreɪt/