the middle part of a rope, as distinguished from the ends.

the loop or bent part of a rope, as distinguished from the ends.

a bend or curve in the shore of a sea or river.

a body of water bounded by such a bend.

a bay or gulf.

to fasten with a bight of rope.

noun

cove , inlet , angle , bay , bayou , bend , corner , curve , gulf , loop , noose , road