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rockfall

/rɒkfɔːl/ noun · British & US
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What does rockfall mean?

noun

A rockfall is a sudden and often violent release of rock material from a cliff or slope. It can be caused by weathering, erosion, or other geological processes.

Example

"The hikers had to navigate through the area where a recent rockfall had occurred, using ropes to secure their path."

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