THE ALPS Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the phrase the alps. (close relations)
Definition of THE ALPS
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Best Alternative Words for THE ALPS
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highlands | nounn | |||||||
noun • a mountainous region of northern Scotland famous for its rugged beauty; known for the style of dress (the kilt and tartan) and the clan system (now in disuse) | ||||||||
massif | nounn | |||||||
noun • a block of the earth's crust bounded by faults and shifted to form peaks of a mountain range | ||||||||
range | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: • the limits within which something can be effective • a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze • a series of hills or mountains • a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds • a variety of different things or activities • (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined • the limit of capability • a kitchen appliance used for cooking food verb • change or be different within limits • move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment • have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun • range or extend over; occupy a certain area • lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line • feed as in a meadow or pasture • let eat • assign a rank or rating to | ||||||||
mountains | nounn | |||||||
noun • a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill • (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent | ||||||||
peaks | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the most extreme possible amount or value • the period of greatest prosperity or productivity • the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development • the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) • a V shape • the highest point (of something) • a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes verb • to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity | ||||||||
summits | nounn | |||||||
noun • the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development • the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) • a meeting of heads of governments verb • reach the summit (of a mountain) | ||||||||
alps | nounn | |||||||
noun • a large mountain system in south-central Europe; scenic beauty and winter sports make them a popular tourist attraction |