n. /in"let, -lit/ ; v. /in"let', in let"/ , n. , v. , inlet, inletting .
n.
1. an indentation of a shoreline, usually long and narrow; small bay or arm.
2. a narrow passage between islands.
3. a place of admission; entrance.
4. something put in or inserted.
v.t.
5. to put in; insert.
[ 1250-1300; ME; see IN, LET 1 ]