Lexical entry

メサ

mesa

An isolated, flat-topped elevation or hill with steep sides.

Places & EnvironmentPure GairaigoSource: Spanish

Meaning

A geological landform characterized by a flat top and steep cliffs, typically found in arid environments.

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ケスタ

Ridge with a gentle slope on one side and a steep slope on the other.

カルデラ

A large volcanic basin formed by collapse after an eruption.

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