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Muztagh

Muztagh

9.9
A high mountain peak in the Kunlun Shan of western China near the Indian border
  • proper noun
: Muztagh
  • The expedition prepared for weeks to ascend Muztagh in the challenging weather conditions of western China.

Examples

  • Scientists study the glaciers on Muztagh to better understand climate change in the region.

  • From the summit of Muztagh, climbers can see vast stretches of the Kunlun Shan Mountain Range.

  • The Muztagh peak is known for its stunning beauty.

  • Have you ever seen the Muztagh from a distance?

  • From the summit of Muztagh, climbers can see vast stretches of the Kunlun Shan Mountain Range.

  • Scientists study the glaciers on Muztagh to better understand climate change in the region.

  • The expedition prepared for weeks to ascend Muztagh in the challenging weather conditions of western China.

Synonyms

Muztag
vsMuztagh
9.9

A high mountain peak in the Kunlun Shan range of western China near the Indian border, 7,282 meters high

is the same mountain but uses a different name
Muztagh Ata
vsMuztagh
9.9

A very high snow-covered mountain in western China near the Indian border

uses the specific height of 23,891 feet and 7,282 meters

Surface Forms

Muztagh main

Etymology

Muztagh comes from old Turkic parts muz 'ice' and tagh 'mountain'. So Muztagh literally means 'ice mountain', which fits a high mountain covered with ice.