Cayon

Informal term for a large gorge or ravine.

Cayon

A term sometimes used informally to refer to a large gorge or ravine, often with steep sides. It is not a formal geological term; 'canyon' is the standard English word.

A variant spelling of canyon, derived from the Spanish word cañón meaning 'tube' or 'gorge'.

A cayon is like a really big, steep-sided valley with tall cliffs on either side, often found where rivers have carved through rock.

canyon

geological landform gorge ravine

geographical feature natural object