Standing at the edge of the cliff, we watched the waves crash on the shore far below.
rock climbers scaling steep cliffs
Recent Examples on the WebIts volcanic origins explain the kaleidoscope of colors gracing the rugged cliffs and coastlines.—Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2024 Joseph had already fallen down the cliff when the hikers heard yelling and subsequently discovered her alive, with serious injuries.—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cliff
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English clif, from Old English; akin to Old High German klep cliff, Old Norse klif
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of cliff was
before the 12th century
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