cordillera
Pronunciation: [ˌkɔːr.dɪˈjeɪ.rə]
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Context: "geography"
(noun) a cordillera is a series of mountain ranges that are linked together. Think of it like a long line of mountains that are all connected, forming a big natural wall across the land.
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The Andes is a famous cordillera that runs along the western edge of South America.
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This area does not have a cordillera; it is mostly flat land with no mountains.
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Can you name another cordillera besides the Rockies?
Context: "geology"
(noun) a cordillera can describe the region around these mountain ranges, including the hills and valleys that are formed by the mountains. It's not just the mountains themselves but also the land around them.
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The cordillera includes beautiful valleys and rivers that are great for hiking.
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The cordillera here is not as impressive; it's mostly rocky without any valleys.
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What wildlife can you find in the cordillera region?
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