What is another word for Gullies?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈʌliz] (IPA)

Gullies refer to narrow valleys, also known as ravines, and canyons that are usually formed by erosion. Other synonyms for this term include gorges, chasms, crevices, troughs, channels, and ditches. Each of these words describes a different type of narrow landform, but they all have one thing in common: they are caused by the movement of water. Gorges are deep, narrow valleys created by a river, while canyons are similar in nature but are formed by the action of tectonic plates. Chasms are deep cracks in the ground that can lead to underground caves, and crevices are narrow openings or splits in rocks. Troughs and channels refer to man-made or natural hollows that contain or direct the flow of water, while ditches are excavated channels used for drainage.

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Usage examples for Gullies

Wandering from the softly cushioned Gullies, the harsh ridge life next came under my eyes.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
In the immediate vicinity of camp we found them first in Gullies where the previous winter's snow had but recently disappeared.
"My Attainment of the Pole"
Frederick A. Cook
Bridges which had been built across Gullies in the highlands were seen hurrying by every hour, and it seemed that the hill on which Davy's Bend was built would shortly tremble, and start slowly down the river, at last gratifying the ambition of the people to get away.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe

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