Narrow Definition

narrow
adjective
  1. not wide; "a narrow bridge"; "a narrow line across the page"
  2. limited in size or scope; "the narrow sense of a word"
  3. lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view; "a brilliant but narrow-minded judge"; "narrow opinions"
  4. very limited in degree; "won by a narrow margin"; "a narrow escape"
  5. characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination; "a minute inspection of the grounds"; "a narrow scrutiny"; "an exact and minute report"
noun
  1. a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water
verb
  1. make or become more narrow or restricted; "The selection was narrowed"; "The road narrowed"
  2. define clearly; "I cannot narrow down the rules for this game"
  3. become more focus on an area of activity or field of study; "She specializes in Near Eastern history"
  4. become tight or as if tight; "Her throat constricted"

"Narrow" in song lyrics

See how narrow is used in real songs:

  • "You'll rupture, your structure's narrow"
    Apache — A Fight
  • "the way you're thinkin is narrow"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Pull the Pins Out
  • "Dodgin through traffic that's narrow"
    Beanie Sigel — Mac Man

Usage tips for "narrow"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "narrow" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for narrow to find words that pair well.

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