gorge.

A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, commonly containing a river.

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Words that belong together

• narrow gorge
• river gorge
• sheer-sided gorge

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The gorge swallowed the last light of evening.

From the bridge, she could see a river threading the gorge.

Mist filled the gorge while the upper slopes remained clear.

Usage notes

Primary category: environment. Emphasizes enclosed depth, not merely a gap between hills. Plural: gorges