himalayanarea
nounUK /ˌhɪməˈleɪən ˈeəriə/
US /ˌhɪməˈleɪən ˈeriə/
A big mountain region in Asia where the Himalaya mountains are.
Snow leopards live in the Himalayan area high up in the mountains.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The part of a country that lies near the Himalaya mountains.
The Himalayan area of India is known for its cool weather.
3. A place on a map that shows the Himalaya mountain range.
Look at the Himalayan area on the map before we plan the trip.
4. A high, snowy land where few people live.
Few roads reach the Himalayan area, so travel there is hard.