Geographical Features

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Cliff

Back

A steep face of rock and earth.

Front

Cuesta

Back

A hill or ridge with a gentle slope on one side and a steep slope on the other.

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Dale

Back

A valley, especially a broad one.

Front

Escarpment (Scarp)

Back

A long, steep slope, especially one at the edge of a plateau or separating areas of land at different heights.

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Gully

Back

A water-worn ravine.

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Hill

Back

A naturally raised area of land, not as high or craggy as a mountain.

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Mountain

Back

A large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level; a large steep hill.

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Plain

Back

A large area of flat land with few trees.

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Plateau

Back

An area of relatively level high ground.

Front

Ravine

Back

A deep, narrow gorge with steep sides.