col

Definitions of col
  1. noun
    a narrow elongated projecting strip of land
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    type of:
    champ, sol, terre
    the solid part of the earth's surface
  2. noun
    a pass between mountain peaks
    synonyms: défilé, trouée
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    type of:
    défilé, gorge
    the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks
  3. noun
    an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer's neck
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    types:
    encolure
    the line formed by the edge of a garment around the neck
    type of:
    ouverture, trou
    a vacant or unobstructed space that is man-made
  4. noun
    the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks
    synonyms: défilé, gorge
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    types:
    défilé, trouée
    a pass between mountain peaks
    défilé, ravin
    a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)
    type of:
    emplacement, localisation
    a point or extent in space
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