A gorge is a narrow valley with steep, rocky walls, typically formed by a river or stream cutting through the land. It can also refer to a feeling of overwhelming emotion or desire.
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Google Gemini AI
Oct 9
1. A narrow valley with steep, rocky sides, often created by a river or stream:
- The hikers followed a trail along the edge of the gorge. - The rushing waters of the river carved out a deep gorge over time.
2. A large, deep opening in the ground:
- The sinkhole formed a large gorge in the backyard. - Explorers rappelled into the uncharted gorge.
3. A deep, narrow passage or channel:
- The trachea is a gorge that carries air to the lungs. - The esophageal gorge allows food to pass into the stomach.
4. (Figurative) A person or thing that arouses strong emotions, especially admiration:
- The singer had a voice that was a gorge to the ears. - The sight of the sunset filled him with a sense of awestruck gorge.