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Definition of denali

denali

/dəˈnɑːli/
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denali Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American The highest mountain peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,310 feet (6,190 meters), located in the Alaska Range in the U.S. state of Alaska.

2

American A massive national park and preserve in central Alaska, known for its diverse subarctic wildlife, tundra, and expansive wilderness centered around the continent's tallest peak.

Example

"During our trip to Alaska, we took a bus tour deep into Denali to spot grizzly bears, wolves, and caribou in their natural habitat."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The peak was officially named Mount McKinley by the U.S. federal government from 1917 until 2015, when its traditional Koyukon Athabaskan name, Denali, was formally restored.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Koyukon language 'Deenaalee', an Athabaskan word literally meaning 'the tall one' or 'the high one', referencing the mountain's massive prominence.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Denali. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/denali
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