Definition

Proper noun: - A major mountain range in Asia: The Himalaya Mountains are a vast mountain system forming a barrier between the Tibetan Plateau to the north and the Indian subcontinent to the south. They contain Earth's highest peaks, including Mount Everest.

Usage and Examples

• As a geographical location:
  • The Himalaya Mountains are the source of many major rivers.
  • Climbing in the Himalaya Mountains requires careful preparation due to the high altitude.

Advanced Usage

• "The roof of the world": A metaphorical name often used for the Himalaya Mountains due to their immense height.
  • Explorers have long been drawn to the roof of the world, the Himalaya Mountains.

Variants and Related Words

• The Himalayas (proper noun): The more common shortened name for the Himalaya Mountains.
  • She went trekking in the Himalayas last summer.
• Himalayan (adjective): Relating to the Himalaya Mountains.
  • The Himalayan region has a unique ecosystem.

Synonyms

• The Himalaya: An alternative name for the range.
• Himalayan range: A descriptive synonym.

Related Phrases

• Crossing the Himalayas: Refers to the challenging act of traversing the mountain range.
  • The ancient trade route involved crossing the Himalayas.

Noun

1. a mountain range extending 1500 miles on the border between India and Tibet; this range contains the world's highest mountain