Combe

Pronunciation: /koʊm/

Definitions of combe

noun a deep narrow valley or hollow, especially one with a stream running through it

Example Sentences

A1 I live in a small combe at the foot of the mountain.

A2 The combe is a peaceful place where I like to go for walks.

B1 The combe is surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife.

B2 The combe offers stunning views of the valley below.

C1 The combe is a hidden gem, known only to locals.

C2 The combe's beauty is unparalleled, drawing visitors from far and wide.

Examples of combe in a Sentence

formal The picturesque combe was nestled between two rolling hills.

informal Let's take a hike through that combe over there.

slang I heard there's a hidden waterfall in that combe, wanna check it out?

figurative The combe of emotions within her was difficult to navigate.

Grammatical Forms of combe

• past tense: combed
• plural: combes
• comparative: more combe
• superlative: most combe
• present tense: combe
• future tense: will combe
• perfect tense: have combed
• continuous tense: is combing
• singular: combe
• positive degree: combe
• infinitive: to combe
• gerund: combing
• participle: combing

Origin and Evolution of combe

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'combe' originated from Old English 'cumb', which means a narrow valley or hollow, typically with a stream running through it.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'combe' evolved to refer to a small valley or hollow, often used in place names in the United Kingdom. It is also commonly used in geographical terms to describe a small, narrow valley or hollow.