Sierra Nevada

geographical name Sierra Ne·va·da \nə-ˈva-də, -ˈvä-\

Definition of SIERRA NEVADA

mountain range E California extending into W Nevada — see whitney (Mount)

mountain range S Spain; highest peak Mulhacén ab 11,410 feet (3478 m)

SIERRA NEVADA Defined for Kids

geographical name Sierra Ne·va·da \-nə-ˈva-də, -ˈvä-\

mountain range E California & W Nevada

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