The difference between Canyon and Ravine

When used as nouns, canyon means a valley, especially a long, narrow, steep valley, cut in rock by a river, whereas ravine means a deep narrow valley or gorge in the earth's surface worn by running water.


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  1. Canyon as a noun:

    A valley, especially a long, narrow, steep valley, cut in rock by a river.

  1. Ravine as a noun:

    A deep narrow valley or gorge in the earth's surface worn by running water.