alpine
alpine Lexical Profile
alpine Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Relating to or characteristic of high mountains, especially the zone above the tree line.
"Hikers prepared for the freezing temperatures and thin air of the alpine meadows."
Relating to the Alps, the major mountain range in south-central Europe.
"The chalet was built in a traditional Alpine style with wide overhanging eaves."
Relating to competitive skiing events held on steep, downhill courses, such as slalom and giant slalom, as opposed to cross-country or Nordic skiing.
"She won two gold medals in alpine skiing at the Winter Olympics."
• noun
A small, hardy mountain plant native to high-altitude habitats above the tree line, often cultivated in rock gardens.
"The botanical garden features a specialized greenhouse dedicated to delicate alpines."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the 15th century from Latin Alpinus ('of the Alps'), derived from Alpes ('the Alps'), a name of pre-Roman or Celtic origin meaning 'high mountains' or 'white' (referring to snow-capped peaks).