rechal

/rɪˈtʃɑːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small, usually mountainous valley, especially one enclosed by cliffs or steep slopes.

“The trekkers navigated through the narrow rechal before reaching the summit.”

2. verb

To move or navigate through a rechal or a similar type of valley.

“The hikers rechalled through the dense forest to reach the other side.”

Synonyms

  • glen
  • valley

Antonyms

  • plain
  • plateau