avalanche
noun
a large mass of snow, ice, etc., detached from a mountain slope and sliding or falling suddenly downward.
avalanches
-
pluralof avalanche.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
-
present tense formof avalanche (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
avalanchenouna large mass of snow, ice, etc., detached from a mountain slope and sliding or falling suddenly downward.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The researchers point to possible applications in avalanches, landslides, materials science, and particle-filled inks used in 3D printing.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
These deposits form when underwater avalanches of mud, sand, and debris rush down the seafloor and eventually settle into thick sediment layers.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 26, 2026
And although thick, this season's snow covering has been unstable, contributing to a steep rise in the number of people killed by alpine avalanches.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2026
The man was among six people rescued in four separate incidents on and around Ben Nevis - two of which were during avalanches.
From BBC ● Feb. 20, 2026
Dozens of avalanches rumbled down the steep walls above, but our camp was safely beyond their reach.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
