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(av-a-lanche) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a large mass of snow and ice that falls down a mountain.

Example Sentence

The skier was buried by the avalanche. OR He received an avalanche of mail.

More Example Sentences

They heard the avalanche coming down the slope.

Synonyms

snow slide; landslide; rush

Antonyms

peaceful land

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Rhymes

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