Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mountain-range

noun

/ˈmaʊntən reɪndʒ/

Definition

A series of connected mountains that have a common geological origin.

Examples

The Rocky Mountains are a major mountain range in western North America.
The Himalayas, which include Mount Everest, are the highest mountain range in the world.
The Andes mountain range runs along the western coast of South America.

Meaning

A mountain range is a group of mountains that are closely situated and formed by the same geological processes, creating a continuous elevated landform.