strait of hormuz
Word Rarity
Very rare
Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.16 in modern English
31
Scrabble Score
14
Letters
2
Syllables
11
Unique Chars
Meaning
name
A strait connecting the Gulf of Oman to the Persian Gulf.
Example Sentences
- "using air-to-air refueling, Iraq had attacked as far as the Strait of Hormuz."
- "Its success has even spawned a term, “Dubaification” — the spread of the same malls and towers, restaurants, airport lounges and luxury brands that make places feel secure and, despite its proximity to Iran and the now blockaded Strait of Hormuz, out of harm’s way."
- "Oil and liquefied natural gas tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz carry around 20% of the world’s supply. But for countries on the Persian Gulf, the waterway is more than just an energy route – it’s a lifeline for more than 100 million people."