kʊm

Definitions

1. noun

A valley or small hollow in a hillside, typically with woodland, often with a stream running through it.

“The village was nestled in a picturesque coombe surrounded by ancient trees.”

2. noun

A type of depression or basin in the Earth’s surface, often caused by the collapse of underground caverns or mining activity.

“The geologists studied the coombe to understand the geological history of the area.”

3. proper noun

A place name, particularly in southern England, often referring to a valley or hollow.

“The village of Coombe in Surrey is a popular tourist destination.”