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kloof

noun

ˈklüf

Definition of kloof

South African

as in canyon

a narrow opening between hillsides or mountains that can be used for passage halfway up its side, the couple sat in the cool shadows of the cliff overlooking the length of the kloof

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Scientists may have uncovered evidence of a colossal ancient cliff that stretched across much of North America and helped expose rocks now visible deep inside the Grand Canyon hundreds of millions of years before the modern canyon formed.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026
Step right off the property onto miles of scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, or ride the complimentary gondola down to historic downtown for instant access to iconic box-canyon treks, cascading waterfalls and world-class fly fishing.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of canyon

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Santa Cruz Police Department The driver and another occupant ran away into a nearby ravine where a K-9 officer was used to apprehend the driver.

— Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
The driver ran from the disabled SUV into a nearby ravine but was arrested after officers sent a police dog to capture him, police said.

— Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 18 Aug. 2026

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Riders pass waterfalls, deep gorges, alpine lakes, historic sites, and sweeping mountain views while climbing nearly 3,000 feet.

— Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026
Many routes through Orlias Gorge begin near Dion at the tiny chapel of Agios Konstantinos, followed by a short forest hike into the gorge.

— Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of gorge

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From gentle ridge walks with panoramic valley views to high-altitude summit pushes, every level of explorer is catered to.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Ahmad grew up in Kashmir, a region in India’s northwest abutting the Himalayas, replete with vast valleys, glassy mountain lakes, and purple iris and cyan forget-me-nots.

— Eli Cahan, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026

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