gorge

/ɡɔːrdʒ/ /ɡɔːrʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a deep narrow valley with steep sides, typically with a river or stream flowing through it; a narrow passage or opening in a rock face

“The hikers had to navigate through the winding gorge to reach the waterfall.”

2. verb

to eat or drink greedily or voraciously

“She gorged on the delicious buffet spread.”

3. verb

to fill or obstruct something completely, typically with a lot of something

“The river gorge filled with debris after the storm.”

Synonyms

  • canyon
  • chasm
  • ravine

Antonyms

  • plain
  • plateau