Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gulch

noun
/ɡʌltʃ/
Definition
A narrow and steep-sided ravine marked by the action of running water.
Examples
  • The hikers carefully made their way down the steep gulch.
  • After the rain, the gulch filled with rushing water.
  • We found a beautiful waterfall at the bottom of the gulch.
Meaning
A gulch is a geological feature often formed by erosion, where a stream or river has cut through the landscape, resulting in a deep, narrow ditch or gully.
Synonyms
  • Ravine
  • Gully
  • Wadi