interlocking spurs

Pronunciation

Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

Ridges of higher land that extend from opposite sides of a river valley and appear to overlap when viewed from above.

"The river winds around a series of interlocking spurs on its way through the valley."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The river winds around a series of _____ on its way through the valley."

Answer: interlocking spurs

In your own words, what does "interlocking spurs" mean?

Ridges of higher land that extend from opposite sides of a river valley and appear to overlap when viewed from above.