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Definition of Rocky Mountains
1. Noun. The chief mountain range of western North America; extends from British Columbia to northern New Mexico; forms the continental divide.
Exact synonyms: Rockies
Terms within: Mount Elbert, Pike's Peak, San Juan Mountains, Selkirk Mountains, Wheeler Peak
Group relationships: North America
Generic synonyms: Chain, Chain Of Mountains, Mountain Chain, Mountain Range, Range, Range Of Mountains
Terms within: Mount Elbert, Pike's Peak, San Juan Mountains, Selkirk Mountains, Wheeler Peak
Group relationships: North America
Generic synonyms: Chain, Chain Of Mountains, Mountain Chain, Mountain Range, Range, Range Of Mountains