1. a curve or bend in a coastline forming a bay
Usage: geography
2. a loop or slack part in a rope or cable
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The ship anchored in a sheltered bight along the rocky coast.
• The Great Australian Bight stretches for hundreds of miles.
• Sailors must be careful not to step in a bight of rope on deck.
• The captain ordered the crew to secure the bight before raising anchor.
• Small fishing boats often seek refuge in coastal bights during storms.
• He coiled the rope carefully, leaving no dangerous bights on the deck.