Alpine: meaning, definitions and examples

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alpine

 

[ หˆรฆl.paษชn ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

geographical feature

The term 'alpine' refers to mountainous regions or habitats that are associated with high altitudes, particularly in relation to the types of flora and fauna that thrive in such environments. It is often used in the context of the Alps, which are a significant mountain range in Europe.

Synonyms

high-altitude, mountainous.

Examples of usage

  • The alpine environment is known for its unique biodiversity.
  • She enjoyed skiing in the alpine resorts.
  • The alpine climate can be quite harsh.
Context #2 | Adjective

botanical

In botany, 'alpine' refers to plants that are native to or grow in high-altitude regions. These species have adapted to survive in cold temperatures and often have unique characteristics that enable their survival in such harsh conditions.

Synonyms

high-altitude, mountain flora.

Examples of usage

  • Many alpine plants bloom in the short summer season.
  • The garden featured a variety of alpine flora.
  • Alpine herbs are often used in traditional medicine.

Translations

Translations of the word "alpine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alpino

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฒเฅเคชเคพเค‡เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช alpin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alpine

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะปัŒะฟั–ะนััŒะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ alpejski

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒซใƒ—ใ‚นใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท alpin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alpino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alpin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•Œํ”„์Šค์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุจู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alpskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ alpskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ฟๅฐ”ๅ‘ๆ–ฏ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ alpinski

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ alpine

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะปัŒะฟั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒšแƒžแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alp

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alpino

Etymology

The word 'alpine' originates from the Latin 'Alpina', which refers to the Alps, the mountain range in Europe. The term has been used in the English language since the early 19th century to describe anything pertaining to high mountains or altitudes. Its use has expanded in various contexts including geography, botany, and climate science, reflecting the unique characteristics of ecosystems found in elevated terrains. The Latin 'Alpes' likely comes from the Celtic word *alp, which means 'high' or 'elevated.' Over time, 'alpine' has become synonymous with the natural beauty and biodiversity found in mountainous regions, influencing cultural and ecological studies of such environments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,399, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.