Meaning & use

Snowline

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The elevation on a mountain above which snow remains present throughout the year.

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Climbers reached the snowline just before noon and paused to rest.

Rising temperatures have pushed the snowline higher up the mountain over the past decade.

A note on using this word

The snowline varies by latitude, climate, and season, and is often used as an indicator of climate change.

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snow limit

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