crevasse
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A deep, open crack in thick ice, such as a glacier.
Usage notes
Don't confuse with "crevice", a much smaller narrow crack in rock rather than ice.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The climber nearly fell into a hidden _____ covered by fresh snow."
Answer: crevasse
In your own words, what does "crevasse" mean?
A deep, open crack in thick ice, such as a glacier.
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