canyon
Translation
canyon, gorge
Examples
We hiked through the deep canyon.
We hiked through the deep canyon.
The river carved a canyon through the rock.
The river carved a canyon through the rock.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) canyon a deep valley with steep sides The Grand Canyon is a famous landmark.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gorge, ravine, valley
Etymology
From Spanish 'cañón' meaning 'tube, pipe', from 'caña' meaning 'cane'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a cannon being fired down a long, deep, tube-like valley. The words 'canyon' and 'cannon' are related.