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alpine

Pronunciation: /ˈalpʌɪn/
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Definition of alpine

adjective

  • relating to high mountains:alpine and subalpine habitats
  • (Alpine) relating to the Alps:Alpine guides
  • Skiing relating to or denoting skiing downhill:an alpine ski teamOften contrasted with Nordic.

noun

  • 1a plant native to mountain districts, often suitable for growing in rock gardens: a collection of alpines and dwarf bulbs
  • 2a North American butterfly which has brownish-black wings with orange-red markings.
    • Genus Erebia, subfamily Satyrinae, family Nymphalidae

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin Alpinus, from Alpes 'Alps' (see alp)

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