Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gullies
noun
/ˈɡʌli/
Definition
Gullies are small valleys or ravines formed by the erosion of soil and rock, typically caused by the flow of water.
Examples
- After the heavy rain, several gullies appeared in the field.
- The hike took us through beautiful gullies filled with wildflowers.
- Gullies can be dangerous during floods as they can fill with fast-moving water.
Meaning
Gullies often occur on hillsides and are characterized by steep sides. They are usually formed after rainfall when water runs down a slope and carves out the earth.
Synonyms
- ravines
- valleys
- creeks
- channels
