
gorge
/ɡɔːdʒ/ · /ɡɔːrdʒ/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6648 in the learning path
峡谷
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.