Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cliff-face
noun
/klɪf feɪs/
Definition
The vertical or near-vertical face of a cliff.
Examples
- The climbers carefully assessed the cliff-face before beginning their ascent.
- Watching the waves crash against the cliff-face was awe-inspiring.
- Many birds nest in the crevices of the cliff-face, safe from predators.
Meaning
A cliff-face refers to the steep and often sheer rock face of a cliff, typically formed through erosion and geological processes.
Synonyms
- rock face
- precipice
- sheer wall
- scarp
