CEFR B1

canyon

noun

Meaning

A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it, formed by erosion over millions of years.

Examples

The Colorado River carved out the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
We hiked along the rim of the canyon, marveling at the vastness.

Synonyms: gorge, ravine, chasm

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canyon (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkænjən/

Definition

A deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it, formed by erosion over millions of years.

Examples

The Colorado River carved out the Grand Canyon over millions of years.
We hiked along the rim of the canyon, marveling at the vastness.
The sheer cliffs of the canyon dropped thousands of feet to the river below.

How to Use canyon

canyon of (prepositional phrase): Specifies the location or creator of the canyon. — "The canyon of the river is a popular tourist destination."

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