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gulch

 

[ ษกสŒltสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geographical feature

A gulch is a narrow and steep-sided ravine marking the course of a fast stream. It is typically characterized by its rugged terrain, often formed by erosion over time due to the water flow. Gulches are found in various landscapes and can vary in size, but they are generally recognized for their steep slopes and V-shaped profiles. In many regions, they serve as natural drainage channels or can be sites of unique ecosystems.

Synonyms

canyon, creek, gorge, ravine

Examples of usage

  • The hiker carefully descended into the gulch to explore its hidden beauty.
  • After heavy rains, the gulch was filled with rushing water.
  • The deer often grazed near the edge of the gulch.
  • We set up camp at the base of the gulch, where the view was breathtaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "gulch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ravina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคพเคˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schlucht

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jurang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wฤ…wรณz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅณก่ฐท

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ravin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ garganta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanyon

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜‘๊ณก

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุงุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ roklina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ roklina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅณก่ฐท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ soteska

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gjรก

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐาฃา“ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ barranca

Word origin

The word 'gulch' is believed to derive from the early American English, likely originating in the 19th century. It is thought to have been influenced by similar words in Scots and Old English, such as 'gulf' or 'gulcha' which also refer to a small valley or ravine. The term became more established during the westward expansion in the United States, where the geography and unique landscape features of the American West contributed to its usage. Gulches were often described in narratives of exploration and settlement, providing a way to understand and communicate the rugged terrain that travelers faced. Over time, 'gulch' has been adopted in various forms of literature and geography to describe similar features worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,686, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.