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Nuptse

Nuptse

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A high mountain peak in the central Himalayas on the border between Tibet and Nepal
  • proper noun
  • /ˈnʌpˌtsi/
: Nuptse
  • As we trekked through the Himalayas, Nuptse emerged dramatically against the clear blue sky.

Examples

  • Any Nuptse Lower Loath is an additional spectacular choice, well-known and proven to be the world's biggest marketing winter season overcoats.

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  • The climbers set their sights on Nuptse, eager to tackle the challenging routes leading to the summit.

  • From Base Camp, the view of Nuptse was breathtaking, towering majestically over the surrounding peaks.

Surface Forms

Nuptse main

Etymology

Nuptse comes from Tibetan parts nub 'west' and tse 'peak'. So Nuptse literally means the 'west peak', which helps you remember it sits to the west of other very high mountains nearby.