Dar·da·nelles
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) | the strait between European and Asian Turkey, connecting the Aegean Sea with the Sea of Marmara. 40 mi. (64 km) long; 1–5 mi. (1.6–8 km) wide. |
Ancient, Hellespont.
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Dardanelles
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| Dar·da·nelles
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A strait connecting the Aegean Sea with the Sea of Marmara. In ancient times it was the scene of the legendary exploits of Hero and Leander. |
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| dardanelles | |
noun | |
| 1. | the strait between the Aegean and the Sea of Marmara that separates European Turkey from Asian Turkey |
| 2. | the unsuccessful campaign in World War I (1915) by the English and French to open a passage for aid to Russia; defeated by the Turks |
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