Meaning & use
canyon
A deep, narrow valley with steep rocky walls, typically carved out by a river over time.
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The hikers stood at the edge of the canyon, amazed by how far down the river was.
Erosion slowly carved the canyon over millions of years, layer by layer.
A note on using this word
The Grand Canyon in the United States is the most famous example and often comes to mind first.
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