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wind gap

/ˈwɪnd ɡæp/

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/ˈwɪnd ɡæp/C1formalscientific
  • ruГеологический термин, обозначающий разрыв или выемку в горном хребте, которая когда-то была вырезана рекой, но теперь пересохла; часто используется как перевал или маршрут через хребет.

A geological term for a gap or notch in a mountain ridge that was once carved by a river but is now dry, often used as a pass or route through the ridge.

  1. Geographical featureC1formal

    A gap or pass in a mountain ridge that was formed by a river that no longer flows through it.

    ruВетровой проход

    • The hikers crossed the wind gap to reach the other valley.
    • Wind gaps are often used as routes through mountain ranges.
    • The geologist explained how the wind gap was formed by an ancient river.