ravin

Meanings

• noun

  A deep narrow valley or a steep-sided hollow

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ravin
rave , grave , cave , wave

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Variants

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ravin , ravins , raven , ravens

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Etymology

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From Old French 'ravine', probably from 'ravir' meaning 'to seize, carry away' due to the idea of a valley that can be easily seized or carried away by water or wind.

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Trivia

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1. A ravine is often formed by the erosive action of a river or a stream.

2. Ravines can provide important habitats for various plant and animal species.

3. Ravines can pose a hazard during heavy rainfall or flooding due to the fast-moving water and steep sides.

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Related Concepts

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1. valley: A long, narrow depression in the earth's surface, usually with a river or a stream running through it.

2. hollow: A low, hollow place or depression in the ground or in an object.

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How to Memorize "ravin"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, imagine the sound of water flowing through it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ravin' with 'valley' or 'hollow' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Ravines are Valleys In Nature' to remember the meaning of 'ravin'.

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