What is another word for cloughs?
Pronunciation: [klˈʌfz] (IPA) 
Cloughs are steep-sided valleys or ravines, often formed by erosion from fast-flowing water. There are a variety of synonyms that can be used to describe these geological features, depending on where you are in the world. In the United States, cloughs are often called gorges or canyons, while in Australia they may be referred to as gullies or creeks. In Scotland and Northern England, they are known as cleuchs or cleughs, while in Wales the equivalent term is cwm. Other synonyms for cloughs include defiles, chasms, hollows, and ravines. Whatever name you use, there is no denying the rugged beauty and awe-inspiring natural power of these dramatic landscapes.
