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- mountain gorilla/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ɡəˈrɪl.ə/A large primate of the species Gorilla beringei beringei, native to the volcanic mountain ranges of Central Africa, characterized by longer, thicker fur than other gorilla subspecies and critically endangered status.nounC1
- mountain holly fern/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˈhɒl.i ˈfɜːn/A species of evergreen fern native to North America and eastern Asia, scientifically known as Polystichum lonchitis.nounVery Low
- mountain laurel/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈlɒr.əl/An evergreen shrub (Kalmia latifolia) native to eastern North America, known for its glossy leaves and clusters of pink or white flowers.nounLow
- mountain lion/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈlaɪ.ən/A large, tan-colored wild cat native to the Americas, also known as a cougar or puma.nounC1
- mountain magnolia/ˌmaʊn.tɪn mæɡˈnəʊ.li.ə/A specific type of magnolia tree, Magnolia fraseri, native to the southeastern United States, characterized by large leaves and fragrant white flowers.nounlow
- mountain mahogany/ˌmaʊn.tɪn məˈhɒɡ.ə.ni/A type of shrub or small tree found in western North America, known for its hard wood.nounRare
- mountain man/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˌmæn/A man who lives in, or is skilled at surviving and traveling in, rugged mountain regions, especially as a frontiersman, trapper, or explorer.nounC1
- mountain maple/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈmeɪ.pəl/A small deciduous tree or shrub (Acer spicatum) native to northeastern North America, typically found in forests and mountainous regions.nounC2
- mountain mint/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˌmɪnt/A North American perennial plant of the genus Pycnanthemum, native to dry or rocky habitats, characterized by aromatic foliage and clusters of small white or lavender flowers.nounLow
- mountain oyster/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˈɔɪ.stə/The testicles of a male animal, typically from a bull, sheep, or pig, when prepared as food.nounLow (Specialized/Regional)
- mountain range/ˈmaʊntɪn reɪndʒ/A long chain or series of mountains connected by high ground.nounB1
- mountain rosebay/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˈrəʊz.beɪ/A common name for Rhododendron ferrugineum, a flowering shrub native to alpine regions.nounLow
- mountain sandwort/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˈsænd.wɜːt/A low-growing, tufted perennial plant belonging to the pink family (Caryophyllaceae), typically found in alpine, subalpine, or rocky mountainous regions.nounC2/Extremely low
- mountain sheep/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ʃiːp/A wild sheep species that lives in mountainous regions, especially one belonging to the genus Ovis.nounLow (C1/C2)
- mountain sickness/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˌsɪk.nəs/A pathological condition caused by ascent to high altitude, characterized primarily by headache, nausea, fatigue, and dizziness due to lower oxygen levels (hypoxia).nounB2
- mountain standard time/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈstæn.dəd taɪm/A standard time zone in North America, observed during autumn and winter months, 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-7).nounLow-Medium
- mountain state/ˈmaʊn.tɪn steɪt/A nickname for the U.S. state of West Virginia, referring to its location within the Appalachian Mountain region.nounB2-C1
- mountain system/ˈmaʊn.tɪn ˌsɪs.təm/A complex series of connected mountain ranges, often formed by the same geological processes.nounC1
- mountain time/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈtaɪm/A standard time zone in North America, observed in regions of the Rocky Mountains and surrounding areas, typically 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-7) during Standard Time and 6 hours behind (UTC-6) during Daylight Saving Time.nounC1
- mountain view/ˌmaʊn.tɪn ˈvjuː/A panoramic or scenic sight of mountains, often from a vantage point.nounC1
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