Pyrenees

American

[pir-uh-neez] / ˈpɪr əˌniz /

plural noun

a mountain range between Spain and France. Highest peak, Pic de Néthou, 11,165 feet (3,400 meters).

Pyrenees British

/ ˌpɪrəˈniːz /

plural noun

a mountain range between France and Spain, extending from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean. Highest peak: Pico de Aneto, 3404 m (11 168 ft)

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Pyrenees Cultural

Mountain chain in southwestern Europe, between France and Spain, extending from the Bay of Biscay on the west to the Mediterranean Sea on the east.

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Spanish scientists said in 2021 that the Pyrenees’ glaciers will likely be reduced to ice patches in the next two decades due to climate change.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 20, 2023

To ride back into contention, they may be tempted to try something on the Pyrenees’ climbs.

From Washington Times • Sep. 4, 2020

Captain Davenport looked astern at the Pyrenees' canting wake.

From South Sea Tales by London, Jack

But the wind was light, the Pyrenees' bottom was foul, and she could not beat up against the strong westerly current.

From South Sea Tales by London, Jack

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