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snow line

 

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Noun snow line has 1 sense
  1. snow line - the line on a mountain above which there is perpetual snow and ice
    --1 is a kind of
    line

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Snow Line

Definition:

The snow line refers to the boundary or level on a mountain or region where snow is consistently present throughout the year. It marks the lowest elevation at which snow accumulates and persists.

Examples:

  1. The snow line on the mountain was easily visible from afar.
  2. The hikers had to turn back when they reached the snow line due to the treacherous conditions.
  3. Climate change has caused the snow line to retreat higher up the mountains.

Senses:

  • Sense 1: The contour or level above which snow remains all year round.
  • Sense 2: The visible line marking the boundary between snow-covered and snow-free areas on a mountain.

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