Zagros Mountains

[ zag-ruhs ]

/ ˈzæg rəs /

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plural noun

a mountain range in S and SW Iran, extending along parts of the borders of Turkey and Iraq. Highest peak, Zardeh Kuh, 14,912 feet (4,545 meters).

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The volcanic eruptions of the mountains on the west broke down its barriers, and let its waters flow.
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British Dictionary definitions for Zagros Mountains

Zagros Mountains

/ (ˈzæɡrɒs) /

pl n

a mountain range in S Iran: has Iran's main oilfields in its W central foothills. Highest peak: Zard Kuh, 4548 m (14 920 ft)

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