Definitions for: Ravine


[n] a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water)



Webster (1913) Definition: Ra*vine", n. [F., a place excavated by a torrent, a
ravine, fr. ravir to snatch or tear away, L. rapere; cf. L.
rapina rapine. See Ravish, and cf. Rapine, Raven prey.]
1. A torrent of water. [Obs.] --Cotgrave.

2. A deep and narrow hollow, usually worn by a stream or
torrent of water; a gorge; a mountain cleft.

See Also: canon, canyon, gorge, vale, valley

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