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Meaning of gullies
The primary meaning of the word "gullies" refers to long, narrow channels or depressions in the ground, typically formed by the erosive action of water.
Etymology of gullies
The word "gullies" has its roots in the Scottish and northern English dialect word "gully" or "gulley", which is derived from the Middle English word "goule", meaning "stream" or "brook"
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe natural channels or depressions in the ground
Synonyms
Definitions
- A long, narrow channel or depression in the ground, typically formed by the erosive action of water
- * A small, narrow valley or stream
Usage Examples
- The heavy rainfall caused the gullies to overflow, resulting in flash flooding in the nearby town
- * The hikers had to navigate through the deep gullies and ravines to reach the summit