ravines
nounUK /rəˈviːnz/
US /rəˈviːnz/
Ravines are deep, narrow valleys with steep sides.
The hikers followed a trail along the edge of the ravines.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Deep grooves or furrows cut into the ground by running water.
Heavy rain carved small ravines into the hillside.
3. A steep-sided ditch or channel in a road or field.
The tractor crossed a shallow ravine in the field.
4. A narrow passage between steep banks.
The river rushed through a series of rocky ravines.