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acclivity
[noun]
an upward slope or incline of a hill, path, or terrain
Ex: The old road wound along a sharp acclivity through the forest .
abyss
[noun]
a very deep or seemingly bottomless hole or gorge in the earth or sea
Ex: The abyss seemed to swallow all light , leaving only darkness .
aperture
[noun]
a hole, gap, or slit in a structure or surface
Ex: The geologist examined mineral deposits around rock apertures.
cant
[noun]
raised outer edge of a curved road or track above the inner edge to counteract centrifugal force
fissure
[noun]
(in geology) a narrow break or crack that partially divides a rock or surface without completely separating it
Ex: The tectonic plates pulled apart , causing a new fissure to emerge in the earth 's surface .
untrodden
[Adjective]
not traversed by foot
Ex: Eco-tourists prefer the island 's untrodden coves for their secluded beauty .
crevice
[noun]
a narrow crack or fissure in a surface, often found in rocks, walls, or other solid structures
Ex: As the sun set , shadows deepened within the crevices of the ancient ruins , adding to their mysterious allure .
declivity
[noun]
a downward slope or incline, often gradual or curved
Ex: The field sloped down a long declivity, leading to the river .
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