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Gorges (landforms)

Scope note

Deep, rocky land depressions with steep sides, larger than ravines, with a river or stream at the bottom; distinct from "canyons," which tend to be larger and less rocky.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30008767

Broader Terms used

fluvial landforms

Equivalent Terms used

gorge (landform)

Created

12yrs ago

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