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Ravine - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A ravine is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often formed by water erosion. It is typically smaller than a canyon but larger than a gully.

ravine

/rəˈvin/ /rəˈviːn/

Definition:

A deep, narrow gorge with steep sides, often formed by flowing water.

Synonyms:

gorge, canyon, gully, chasm

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

plateau, plain

Common Collocations:

steep ravine, narrow ravine, rocky ravine, deep ravine

Derivatives:

ravined, ravining

Usage Tips:

Use "ravine" to describe a natural landform deeper than a gully but smaller than a canyon.

Common Phrases:

at the bottom of the ravine, cross the ravine, descend into the ravine

Etymology:

From Old French "ravine," meaning "violent rush of water," derived from Latin "rapina."

Examples:

  • 1. The hikers carefully crossed the rocky ravine.
  • 2. A small stream flowed through the deep ravine below.
  • 3. They set up camp near the edge of the steep ravine.
  • 4. The trail winds along the side of a narrow ravine.

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