Kanchenjunga

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Definition

Proper noun A major mountain peak in the Himalayas, located on the border between Nepal and the Indian state of Sikkim. It is the third-highest mountain in the world.

Usage

The word "Kanchenjunga" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this mountain. It is often used in geographical, mountaineering, and cultural contexts.

Examples
  • The expedition team prepared for their ascent of Kanchenjunga.
  • Kanchenjunga is considered sacred by the local peoples of Sikkim and Nepal.
  • From Darjeeling, you can get a spectacular view of the Kanchenjunga massif at sunrise.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Kanchenjunga massif": Refers to the entire mountain group, which includes multiple peaks.
  • In historical climbing literature, it is sometimes referenced by its alternative spelling, Kangchenjunga.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kangchenjunga: An alternative transliteration of the same name.
  • Kanchenjunga Himal: A term sometimes used to denote the section of the Himalayas containing this peak.
Synonyms
  • Third highest mountain: A descriptive synonym referencing its global rank.
  • Five Treasures of Snow: The literal translation of its Tibetan name, often used in cultural and poetic contexts.
Noun
  1. a mountain the Himalayas on the border between Nepal and Tibet (28,208 feet high)

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