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Record 1 2016-02-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Geomorphology and Geomorphogeny
DEF

A sharp mountain ridge, often formed by the erosion of two adjoining cirques.

CONT

On many mountain masses, cirque erosion has taken place from several sides, leaving a series of arêtes radiating from the summit; examples may be seen on the Matterhorn, Snowdon.

OBS

arris: A term used in the English Lake District for "arête."

OBS

crib: A Welsh term for "arête."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Géomorphologie et géomorphogénie
CONT

Arête d'une chaîne de montagnes, ligne d'intersection des deux versants.

Spanish

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