Definition of ridge
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: an elevated body part or structure
2a
: a range of hills or mountains
b
: an elongate elevation on an ocean bottom
3
: an elongate crest or a linear series of crests
4
: a raised strip (as of plowed ground)
5
: the line of intersection at the top between the opposite slopes or sides of a roof
ridge
verb
ridged; ridging
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The first known use of ridge was before the 12th century
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