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alpine

5 definitions • 6 examples

1

relating to the Alps:

Examples:

Alpine ski resorts

2

relating to skiing down from high slopes wearing boots attached to long, wide skis, rather than skiing across the countryside:

Examples:

The Alpine events at this year's Winter Olympics are being held at the internationally famous venue.

She is one of the world's best alpine skiers.

3

relating to high mountain areas:

Examples:

Our window looked out on a beautiful alpine scene.

4

a plant that grows naturally in high mountain areas where trees are unable to grow

5

relating to high mountains, esp. the Alps (= the highest mountains in Europe):

Examples:

Alpine skiing

an alpine meadow

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