gullies

Meanings

• noun

  Narrow, steep-sided valleys or channels, especially those formed by water erosion.

  - "The hikers explored the gullies of the canyon."
  - "The rain caused the gullies to form in the desert."
  - "The farmers struggled to plow the land with all the gullies."

• noun

  A person who deceives or cheats, especially in a sneaky way.

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Synonyms

gill

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gullies
hulls , pullies , fullies

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Variants

List of all variants of gullies that leads to same result
gulley , gulleys , gullies , gully , gullied , gullying

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Etymology

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From Old Norse gjöll or gjöllr, meaning 'deep ravine'.

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Trivia

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1. Gullies can form quickly during heavy rainstorms, and they can be dangerous for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts.

2. Gullies are not exclusive to Earth; they have been found on other planets, such as Mars.

3. The deepest gully in the world is the Karakoram Trench in Pakistan, which is over 16,000 feet deep.

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Related Concepts

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1. valleys: Gullies are a type of valley, characterized by their narrow, steep-sided structure.

2. erosion: Gullies are formed through the process of erosion, which is the wearing away of the earth's surface by water, wind, or other natural agents.

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Culture

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In literature, gullies are often used to describe the rugged terrain of various landscapes, from canyons to mountains. In art, they have been depicted in paintings and sculptures as symbols of nature's power and beauty.

How to Memorize "gullies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a narrow, steep-sided valley or channel. Picture water flowing through it, carving out the sides and creating the gullies.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gullies' with the image of a rugged, mountainous terrain.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'gullies' are like 'gullets' that hold water, but with a 'y' instead of an 'l'.

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