What is another word for coulees?
Pronunciation: [kˈuːliːz] (IPA) 
Coulees, known to be a term from the French language, refers to a type of landform that features deep and narrow canyons that were formed by water erosion. Although coulees are unique and distinctive in nature, there are some synonyms that can be used interchangeably to describe the same concept. Some of these synonyms include gorge, ravine, canyon, and valley. Each of these words is used to describe a landform that features deep indentations or cuts that have been created over time by the forces of nature. While coulees are often associated with the western regions of North America, these synonyms can be used to describe similar landforms found throughout the world.
