col

/kɔl/

Thân thiện

The hikers rested at the col between the two rocky peaks.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A pass between mountain peaks: A "col" is a geographical term for a low point or gap in a mountain ridge, typically between two higher peaks, that allows passage from one side to the other. It is synonymous with a mountain pass.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The hikers crossed the col to reach the next valley.
  • The col was covered in snow, making the traverse difficult.

Advanced Usage

• In mountaineering and geography: The term is used precisely to describe a saddle-like depression in a ridge.
  • The expedition's route went over the col connecting the two summits.

Variants and Related Words

• Saddle (n): A synonym often used in topography and geology for a col, describing a low point between two peaks or hills.
• Gap (n): A more general term for a low area or opening in a mountain range.
• Pass (n): A common term for a route through mountains, often via a col.

Synonyms

• Pass: A route through mountains.
• Saddle: A low point between two peaks.
• Gap: An opening or break in a mountain range.

Related Phrases

• To cross a col: To go over a mountain pass.
  • It took them two days to cross the high col.

Related Idioms

Học thuật

Noun

1. a pass between mountain peaks

Từ đồng nghĩa

• gap