corrie

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Noun corrie has 1 sense

cirque, corrie, cwm - a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake
--₁ is a kind of basin

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Corrie

Noun:

1. A steep-sided hollow in a mountain, typically shaped like a cirque.

Example Sentence: The hikers found a beautiful corrie nestled in the valley between the peaks.

Noun:

2. A Scottish term for a large cast iron cooking pot or cauldron.

Example Sentence: The chef prepared a delicious stew in the corrie over an open fire.

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3. (Local term) A small, circular lake formed in a glacial depression in the Scottish Highlands.

Example Sentence: The corrie provided a peaceful spot for fishing and relaxation.