Bight (geography)

A bight, in geography, is a broad, curving indentation or recess in a coastline, riverbank, or other geographical feature. It is generally larger and more open than a bay. The term "bight" often implies a wide and shallow curve, though the depth and size can vary significantly. Bights are typically formed by erosional processes, such as wave action and tidal currents, acting on a relatively soft or erodible coastline. The shape can also be influenced by geological factors like fault lines or variations in rock types. While often used interchangeably with "bay," a bight tends to be less enclosed and more expansive.