First Known Use: circa 1772
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ravine
noun ra·vine \rə-ˈvēn\
: a small, deep, narrow valley
Full Definition of RAVINE
: a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
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Origin of RAVINE
French, from Middle French, rapine, rush, from Latin rapina rapine
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RAVINE Defined for Kids
ravine
noun ra·vine \rə-ˈvēn\
Definition of RAVINE for Kids
: a small narrow valley with steep sides that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon
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