Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scree
Noun
/skri/
Definition
Scree refers to a mass of small loose stones found on a slope, typically at the base of a mountain or hill.
Examples
- The hikers carefully made their way across the scree, unsure of their footing.
- After the rockfall, the mountain was covered in a thick layer of scree.
- They found a perfect spot to rest on the warm scree under the sun.
Meaning
In geological terms, scree consists of broken rock fragments that have fallen from higher elevations, often creating a sloping deposit.
Synonyms
- Debris
- Gravel
- Rubble
- Shale
