escarpment

[US]/ɪ'skɑːpm(ə)nt/
[UK]/ɪ'skɑrpmənt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a steep slope or long cliff at the edge of a plateau or ridge

Example Sentences

The hikers stood at the edge of the escarpment, taking in the breathtaking view below.

The river carved a deep gorge into the escarpment over thousands of years.

The army used the escarpment as a natural defense barrier against enemy attacks.

The geologists studied the layers of rock exposed on the escarpment to understand the area's geological history.

The road winds along the base of the escarpment, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Birds of prey often soar above the escarpment, searching for prey in the valley below.

The villagers built their homes at the top of the escarpment for safety from floods.

The archaeologists discovered ancient cave paintings on the walls of the escarpment.

The climbers used ropes and harnesses to scale the steep escarpment.

The sunset cast a golden glow on the face of the escarpment, creating a magical atmosphere.

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