combe

Meanings

• Noun

  A narrow valley with steep sides, often with a stream running through it.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with combe
come , grome , roam

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Variants

List of all variants of combe that leads to same result
combe , combes , coom , coomb , coombe , coombes , coombs

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Etymology

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Old English 'cumb' meaning 'valley'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'combe' is derived from Old English 'cumb'.

2. The longest combe in England is Wynchcombe, located in Gloucestershire.

3. The term 'combe' is also used to describe a type of comb used for grooming animals.

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Related Concepts

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1. valley: A low-lying area between hills or mountains.

2. dale: Another term for a narrow valley.

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Culture

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In literature, 'combe' has been used to describe scenic landscapes and idyllic settings. In art, it has been depicted as a symbol of tranquility and natural beauty.

How to Memorize "combe"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a narrow, green valley with a babbling brook running through it, surrounded by tall, steep hills.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'combe' as a synonym for 'valley' or 'dale'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'combe' as 'C' for 'calm' and 'valley' for 'beauty'.

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