meighen

/ˈmeɪn/ or /ˈmeɪn/ (rare)

Definitions

1. noun

A meighen is a type of mountain in Canada, specifically a type of mountain in the Canadian Arctic, often with steep slopes.

“The expedition team encountered a meighen while traversing the Canadian Arctic.”

2. verb

To meighen is a rare verb that can mean to make a loud, mournful cry, often used in the context of geese or other birds.

“The flock of geese meighened loudly, alerting other birds to potential predators.”

Synonyms

  • mountain
  • peak

Antonyms

  • lowland
  • valley