Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kame
noun
[keɪm]
Definition
A kame is a mound or ridge of sorted sand and gravel that has been deposited by melting ice in a glacial environment.
Examples
- The kame was formed over thousands of years as the glacier melted.
- In geology class, we learned about various landforms, including kames.
- Hiking trails often lead to beautiful views of kames and other glacial features.
Meaning
Kames are natural landforms that occur as a result of glacial processes, typically found in regions that were once covered by glaciers. They can vary in size and are usually associated with the retreat of glaciers.
Synonyms
- glacial mound
- gravel hill
- sorted drift
