Illustration of fjord
variants
or less commonly fiord
: a narrow inlet of the sea between cliffs or steep slopes
the fjords of Norway
Examples of fjord in a Sentence
a cruise through the breathtaking fjords along the coast of Norway
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The island’s harsh environment is a challenging place for wildlife to survive; fjords act as natural corridors and shelter for several Arctic species.
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Katherine Alex Beaven, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 May 2025
The surrounding hills and fjord offer countless opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Norwegian ‘Ferry Pancakes’ Crossing a fjord by car ferry in western Norway might seem like a purely practical part of your journey.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Visitors from all over the world come to this gateway to the Sunnmøre region to cruise the fjords.
—Ashley Baker, Air Mail, 10 May 2025
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Katherine Alex Beaven, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 May 2025
The surrounding hills and fjord offer countless opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Norwegian ‘Ferry Pancakes’ Crossing a fjord by car ferry in western Norway might seem like a purely practical part of your journey.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Visitors from all over the world come to this gateway to the Sunnmøre region to cruise the fjords.
—Ashley Baker, Air Mail, 10 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for fjord
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“Fjord.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fjord. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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