Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A specific mountain in the Himalayas: Nuptse is the name of a distinct mountain peak located in the central Himalayan mountain range, situated on the border between Tibet and Nepal. It is notable for its significant elevation.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The climbers attempted the challenging south face of Nuptse.
  • Nuptse is often visible from the base camp for Mount Everest.

Advanced Usage

• Geographical reference: The name "Nuptse" is used specifically to refer to this single geological feature. It is often mentioned in the context of Himalayan mountaineering, geography, and expeditions.
  • The expedition's primary objective was the summit of Nuptse.

Variants and Related Words

• Nuptse Ridge: A specific geographical feature of the mountain.
  • The team traversed the treacherous Nuptse Ridge.

Synonyms

• Peak: A general term for the pointed top of a mountain.
• Summit: The highest point of a mountain.

Related Phrases

• "Nuptse face": Refers to a specific side or aspect of the mountain.
  • The icefall on the Nuptse face is particularly dangerous.

Noun

1. a mountain in the central Himalayas on the border of Tibet and Nepal (25,726 feet high)