grand teton

Thân thiện

A family hikes along a trail with a clear view of Grand Teton.

Definition

Proper noun 1. A specific mountain peak: Grand Teton is the name of the highest mountain peak in the Teton Range, located within Grand Teton National Park in the U.S. state of Wyoming.

Usage

The term "Grand Teton" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this singular, prominent geographical feature. * The most challenging climb in the park is the ascent of Grand Teton. * Grand Teton dominates the skyline of Jackson Hole valley. * We took a photograph of Grand Teton reflected in Jenny Lake.

Advanced Usage

• As a defining landmark: The peak is so iconic that it is often used to represent the entire region or national park.
  • The silhouette of Grand Teton is the symbol of the national park.

Variants and Related Words

• The Tetons / Teton Range: The mountain range of which Grand Teton is the highest peak.
• Grand Teton National Park: The U.S. National Park established to protect the Teton Range and surrounding ecosystems.

Synonyms

• Peak
• Summit
• Mountain

Note: While these are general synonyms for a mountain peak, "Grand Teton" is a unique proper name and is not interchangeable with them in specific reference.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a mountain peak in northwestern Wyoming; the highest peak in the Teton Range (13,766 feet high)

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