grand canyon national park

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grand canyon national park

A family stands at the rim of Grand Canyon National Park, looking out at the vast canyon.

Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A national park in Arizona, USA: Grand Canyon National Park is a protected area in the state of Arizona, United States. Its primary feature is the immense Grand Canyon, a gorge approximately one mile deep carved by the Colorado River. The park is renowned for displaying significant geological formations and preserving fossil evidence of ancient plants and animals.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • We plan to visit Grand Canyon National Park next summer.
    • Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the world.
    • The vast scale of Grand Canyon National Park is difficult to comprehend from photographs alone.
Advanced Usage
  • Referring to its status or features:
    • The establishment of Grand Canyon National Park was crucial for the conservation of this unique landscape.
    • Scientists study the exposed rock layers in Grand Canyon National Park to understand Earth's history.
Variants and Related Words
  • The Grand Canyon: The name of the primary geological feature located within the park.
    • The view of the Grand Canyon from the South Rim is breathtaking.
  • National park: The category of protected area to which it belongs.
    • Yellowstone was the first national park in the United States.
Synonyms
  • Protected area: A general term for a region designated for conservation.
  • Natural preserve: An area where wildlife, geology, and ecosystems are protected.
Related Phrases
  • "To hike in Grand Canyon National Park": To go for an extended walk on its trails.
    • It's essential to be well-prepared if you want to hike in Grand Canyon National Park.
  • "The rim of the Grand Canyon": The edge of the canyon, a common viewpoint within the park.
    • We watched the sunset from the rim of the Grand Canyon.
Notes
  • As a proper noun, "Grand Canyon National Park" is always capitalized. It refers specifically to the official U.S. National Park Service unit, not just the general geographical area of the Grand Canyon.
grand canyon national park

A family stands at the rim of Grand Canyon National Park, looking out at the vast canyon.

Noun
  1. a national park in Arizona including the mile deep canyon of the Colorado River which shows geologic features and fossil plants and animals

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