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combe

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kəʊm/

KK: /koʊm/

noun
Definition

A deep, narrow valley or basin, often found on the side of a hill.


Example

The hikers enjoyed the beautiful scenery as they walked through the combe.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever hiked through that beautiful combe near the village?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but I've heard it's stunning.
Sloth A
You should definitely check it out; the views from the top of the combe are amazing!
Sloth B
I’ll have to plan a trip soon; it sounds like a perfect getaway.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
vale
glen
hollow
Antonyms
mountain
ridge
peak
Root Explanation

**Combe** → The word 'combe' originates from Old English 'cumb', meaning a small valley or hollow. It refers specifically to a small, secluded valley or a hollow in the landscape.

Memory Tip

Picture a small, secluded valley or hollow in the landscape — that's what 'combe' means.

Visually Confused Words
come
scomber
clomben
tombe
pombe
omber
crome
coomb
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