dapsang
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A specific mountain peak: Dapsang is the name of a specific mountain peak located in the Karakoram Range in northern Kashmir. It is noted for being the second-highest peak in the world, with an elevation of 28,250 feet (approximately 8,611 meters).
Usage Notes
- "Dapsang" is a proper noun used as the specific name for this geographical feature. It is typically used in geographical, mountaineering, and historical contexts.
- The name "Dapsang" is an alternate, less common name for the peak more widely known as K2.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The expedition aimed to conquer Dapsang, one of the world's most formidable peaks.
- Dapsang, located in the Karakoram Range, presents extreme challenges to climbers.
Advanced Usage
- "the summit of Dapsang": Refers to the highest point of the mountain.
- Reaching the summit of Dapsang is a lifelong dream for many mountaineers.
Variants and Related Words
- K2 (Proper noun): The most common and internationally recognized name for the same peak.
- K2, also known as Dapsang, is part of the Karakoram Range.
Synonyms
- K2: The primary synonym.
- Mount Godwin-Austen: Another historical name, though rarely used in modern contexts.
Related Terms
- Karakoram Range (Proper noun): The mountain range where Dapsang/K2 is located.
- Eight-thousander (Noun): A classification for mountains over 8,000 meters in height, which includes Dapsang/K2.
Noun
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a mountain peak in the Karakoram Range in northern Kashmir; the 2nd highest peak in the world (28,250 feet high)
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