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vuoristo — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • alpine adj Relating to the Alps or to high mountains in general.
  • montane adj Of, inhabiting, or growing in mountain areas; specifically, the cool, moist upland slopes below the timberline.
  • range noun The full span between the lowest and highest of something, such as values, prices, or distances.

Senses

vuoristo is used for these senses in English:

  • alpine Of, relating to, or inhabiting mountains, especially above the timberline.
  • montane (ecology) Of, inhabiting, or growing in mountain areas; specifically, the cool, moist upland slopes below the timberline. [from mid 19th c.]
  • range A line or series of mountains, buildings, etc.

alpine — full definition

  1. adj Relating to the Alps or to high mountains in general.
  2. noun A small plant native to high mountain regions, often grown in rock gardens.

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