noun The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.
- The jacket comes in a range of sizes and colors.
- Her singing range stretches from low alto to high soprano notes.
noun A line or series of mountains.
- The hikers admired the mountain range from the ridge.
- Snow capped the entire range by late October.
- Our train wound slowly through a rugged range of mountains before reaching the coast.
noun The maximum distance something can travel or reach, such as a vehicle or weapon.
- The electric car has a range of about 300 miles on a full charge.
- The missile's range put the capital within striking distance.
- Check the range of your electric bike before you plan a long journey.
noun A large cooking stove with several hobs, often built into a kitchen.
- She cooked Sunday dinner on the old cast-iron range.
- The kitchen was fitted with a smart new range.
- Mum put the big pot of soup on the range to simmer.
noun An area set aside for shooting practice.
- He spent Saturday morning at the shooting range.
- The new recruits trained on the rifle range.
- Members must wear ear protection whenever they are on the range.
verb To vary between certain limits.
- House prices in the area range from £200,000 to £500,000.
- Temperatures range from freezing to mild depending on the season.
- Prices range widely depending on the size of the order.
- Guests at the wedding ranged in age from toddlers to great-grandparents.
