Cliff
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /klɪf/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cliff is a noun meaning A vertical (or nearly vertical) rock face.
Meaning
A vertical (or nearly vertical) rock face.
More Meanings
- (figurative) A point beyond which something abruptly fails or decreases in value, performance, etc.
- (music) Obsolete form of clef.
Example Sentences
Suppose a Person hath learnt to sing in the Treble Cliff only, and would sing Notes prick'd in the Tenor Cliff on the middle tine with F# […]
Word Forms
- cliffs
Synonyms for cliff
Depending on context, synonyms include precipice, drop-off.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include drop-off, escarpment, ravine, hill, colline, hillside.
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