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/ɡɔːdʒ/ · /ɡɔːrdʒ/

CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6648 in the learning path

峡谷

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Definitions

n. a deep, narrow valley with steep sides

峡谷

v. to eat a very large amount of food

狼吞虎咽;大吃

Example

We watched the river rushing through the rocky gorge.

我们看着河水奔流穿过岩石峡谷。

Building roads through a gorge can damage fragile habitats and increase the risk of landslides.

在峡谷中修建道路可能破坏脆弱的栖息地,并增加滑坡风险。

Collocations

  • a deep gorge
  • a narrow gorge
  • gorge on food

Synonyms

  • ravine
  • canyon

Usage tip

现代常用名词义为“峡谷”;动词常接 on。

FAQ

What does gorge mean?
a deep, narrow valley with steep sides to eat a very large amount of food
How is gorge pronounced?
UK /ɡɔːdʒ/, US /ɡɔːrdʒ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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