noun A deep crack or fissure in the ice of a glacier.
Crevasse can also refer to a similar crack or fissure in rock formations, particularly in areas of tectonic activity.
In activities such as ice climbing or glacier trekking, participants must navigate around crevasses to ensure their safety.
In mountaineering, crevasses pose a significant hazard to climbers as they can be hidden under snow bridges and lead to falls.
A crevasse is a deep crack or fissure found in a glacier, formed as a result of the glacier's movement.
In a novel about mountain climbing, the protagonist had to navigate a treacherous crevasse.
The geologist studied the formation of crevasses in the glacier.
The search and rescue team had to lower a rope down the crevasse to rescue the stranded hiker.
The glaciologist examined the depth and width of the crevasse to understand the glacier's movement.
The adventure guide warned the group about the dangers of crevasses while trekking across the glacier.