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Great Smoky Mountains

Mountain range in the southeastern United States.

Great Smokies

A mountain range in the southeastern United States, part of the Appalachian Mountains. Known for its diverse plant and animal life, including old-growth forests, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The range straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee.

Etymology

The name "Great Smoky Mountains" comes from a Cherokee term describing the blue haze that often covers the mountains.

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Appalachian Mountains

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Clingmans Dome Mount Le Conte Newfound Gap

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Southeastern United States

Indexes

geographical feature mountain range natural object recreational area

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