crevasses

noun

Definition of crevassesnext
plural of crevasse
as in crevices
a deep, narrow opening or crack in an area of thick ice or rock

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  1. crevices
  2. fissures
  3. ravines
  4. canyons
Noun
  • Chickadees, nuthatches, and others are able to locate and eat dormant and larval insects by carefully inspecting crevices and cracks in tree bark.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
  • In fact, according to our experts, failing to take some time to walk around you and thoroughly inspect crevices for gaps or cracks in your home can cause major problems for you comfort-wise and wallet-wise this winter season.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of crevices
Noun
  • Webcam imagery shows a line of fissures erupting lava fountains feeding lava flows at the base of Halemaʻumaʻu within Kaluapele.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Freeland’s departure has exposed the fissures within Trudeau’s own party and has emboldened more of his own caucus to call for his resignation.
    Lex Harvey, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of fissures
Noun
  • The gorge’s steep ravines and lush vegetation create an atmospheric setting that feels almost mythical.
    Praveen Moman, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Then their decayed remains began to turn up in the dense national forest that surrounds Placerville, dumped behind rocks or deep in ravines veiled by towering pines.
    Jessica Garrison, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of ravines
Noun
  • Many were small, but if the thunderstorm coincided with Santa Ana winds, the gusts could blow embers into the canyons, spreading the conflagration rapidly.
    Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The city, which is about 45 miles north of Los Angeles, is known for its rugged canyons, stunning bluffs and celebrities' seaside mansions.
    Bradford Betz, Fox News, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of canyons
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