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steep falls


Meanings
  • Noun

    A steep falls is a large, sudden descent or drop, typically of a great height.

    - "The hikers reached the top of the mountain and were met with steep falls on their descent."
    - "The waterfall's steep falls created a mist that shrouded the surrounding area."

Variants
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steep , steeped , steeper , steepers , steeping , steeps , steep in , steeped in , steeping himself in , steeping in , steeps in
Etymology
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The term 'steep' is derived from the Old English word 'stypan', meaning 'to press closely' or 'to crowd'. The term 'falls' is derived from the Old English word 'falle', meaning 'to fall'.


Trivia
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  1. The largest waterfall in the world, by volume, is the Angel Falls in Venezuela.

  2. The term 'steeplechase' is derived from the steep falls that horses had to navigate during horse races in the Middle Ages.


Related Concepts
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  1. Waterfall: A waterfall is a natural wonder formed by a large amount of water falling over a steep edge.

  2. Cliff: A cliff is a steep, high, and often precipitous natural elevation.


Culture
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Steep falls have been a popular subject in literature, art, and music. In literature, steep falls are often used to represent danger, adventure, or transformation. In art, steep falls are depicted in waterfalls, cliffs, and other natural wonders. In music, steep falls are often used metaphorically to describe sudden changes or drops in melody or rhythm.

How to Memorize "steep falls"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize steep falls, imagine a large body of water falling over a steep edge, creating a mist and a loud roar.

  2. associate

    - To associate steep falls with the concept of danger or adventure, think of a roller coaster drop or a cliff dive.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the definition of steep falls, use the mnemonic 'Steep is a large, sudden descent, like a waterfall or a cliff.'


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