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Mountain in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada
Chaba Peak is located in the Chaba Icefield south of Fortress Lake in Hamber Provincial Park on the Continental Divide marking the Alberta-British Columbia
Chaba_Peak
River in Alberta, Canada
Athabasca. The Chaba is fed by the glacial melt originating in the Chaba Icefield, comprising Chaba Peak, as well as Listening and Sundial Peaks. A small glacier
Chaba_River_(Canada)
Pacific typhoon in 2004
on August 20. Rapid intensification ensued thereafter, with Chaba quickly attaining its peak intensity on August 23 as it began to curve towards the northeast
Typhoon_Chaba_(2004)
Pacific typhoon in 2016
rapid intensification. Chaba later reached its peak intensity as a Category 5-equivalent super typhoon. Shortly after this, Chaba began to weaken as it
Typhoon_Chaba_(2016)
name Celesta, common in the nearby community of Neskonlith near Chase. Chaba Peak: from the Stoney language word for "beaver". Chantslar Lake: from the
List of place names in Canada of Indigenous origin
List_of_place_names_in_Canada_of_Indigenous_origin
Office (BCGNO). "Chaba Peak". BC Geographical Names. Government of British Columbia – B.C. Geographical Names Office (BCGNO). "Eden Peak". BC Geographical
List of peaks on the Alberta–British Columbia border
List_of_peaks_on_the_Alberta–British_Columbia_border
Pacific typhoon in 2022
Typhoon Chaba, known in the Philippines as Tropical Depression Caloy, was a strong tropical cyclone that impacted China in early July 2022. The third
Typhoon_Chaba_(2022)
Mountain in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada
Wales Peak is located East of Wood Arm in Kinbasket Lake and straddles the Continental Divide marking the Alberta-British Columbia border. It was named
Wales_Peak
A list of highest mountains and peaks in the Canadian Rockies over 3,000 m (9,800 ft) is shown below. Sources for the elevation, prominence and first
List of mountains in the Canadian Rockies
List_of_mountains_in_the_Canadian_Rockies
Mountain in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada
Eden Peak is located on the border of Alberta and British Columbia, east of Cummins Lakes Provincial Park and between the Chaba and Apex Glaciers. It was
Eden_Peak
Meranti reached peak intensity with a minimum pressure of 890 hPa, becoming one of the most intense tropical cyclones on record. Typhoon Chaba became the strongest
2016_Pacific_typhoon_season
Lake in Alberta, Canada
known to First Nations of the area, including Samson Beaver, who knew it as Chaba Imne ("Beaver Lake"). He drew the first map of the lake and the route to
Maligne_Lake
0°N 127.0°E / 25.0; 127.0 (Chaba reaches its peak as a Category 5 super-typhoon) ― The JTWC assesses Super Typhoon Chaba (Igme) attains Category 5 super
Timeline of the 2016 Pacific typhoon season
Timeline_of_the_2016_Pacific_typhoon_season
Mountain in British Columbia, Canada
British Columbia, Canada. Its nearest higher peak is Ghost Mountain, 5.9 km (3.7 mi) to the southwest. The Chaba Icefield lies 8 km (5 mi) to the south, and
Chisel_Peak_(Park_Ranges)
Chaba continued to intensify until it reached Severe Tropical Storm status as Aere moved poleward and threatened the Japanese Ryukyu Islands. Chaba became
2022_Pacific_typhoon_season
storm, Omais, developed on March 24 while the season's last named storm, Chaba dissipated or became extratropical on October 30. During the season only
2010_Pacific_typhoon_season
Canadian trail guide
and explored it by raft (which they named HMS Chaba). The lake is now known as Maligne Lake. Samson Peak, located in the Maligne Lake Valley and visible
Samson_Beaver
Pacific typhoon in 2010
Typhoon Chaba, known in the Philippines as Typhoon Katring, was a powerful tropical cyclone that became the first typhoon to impact Japan since Typhoon
Typhoon_Chaba_(2010)
successfully rescued by helicopter. Megi is the Korean word for the catfish. Chaba formed on August 18 in the open Western Pacific. It moved westward, strengthening
2004_Pacific_typhoon_season
Subrange of the Canadian Rockies in Canada and the United States
Whitegoat Peaks Wisukitsak Range Park Ranges, also known as the Main Ranges. Blackwater Range Blue Range Bow Range Chaba Icefield Clemenceau-Chaba Columbia
Continental_Ranges
Music genre originating in Algeria
performed by a later generation which adopted the title of Cheb (male) or Chaba (female), meaning "young," to distinguish themselves from the older musicians
Raï
resulting in 6 deaths and US$68.5 million in damages. August 29, 2004 ― Typhoon Chaba killed 18 people and resulted in US$2 billion in damages as it moved through
Typhoons_in_Japan
Mountain in Alberta/British Columbia, Canada
Temperatures can drop below −20 °C with wind chill factors below −30 °C. List of peaks on the Alberta–British Columbia border List of mountains in the Canadian
Apex Mountain (Chaba Icefield)
Apex_Mountain_(Chaba_Icefield)
Mountain in Alberta, Canada
tributaries of the Chaba and Athabasca rivers. Topographic relief is significant as the summit rises 1,750 metres (5,741 ft) above the Chaba Valley in four
Mount_Quincy
farm is in the north or south but it is sort of over by Turkey and Armenia Chaba, Anju (21 March 2024). "Punjab farmers take over fields in Georgia, reap
Sikhism_in_Georgia_(country)
high ranges of the Rocky Mountains, and many peaks are located on the Alberta–British Columbia border. The peak of Mount Columbia, within Jasper National
List_of_mountains_of_Alberta
Ancient people who inhabited Canaan's southern coast
in 1872, when F. Chabas published the first translation of all the texts relating to the wars of Merneptah and Ramesses III. Chabas found it strange that
Philistines
Season of television series
Side") by Amadori (used for episodes 154 to 165), "Parade" (パレード, Parēdo) by Chaba (used for episodes 166 to 177), and "Yellow Moon" by Akeboshi (used for
Naruto_season_4
Country in South Asia
with bamboo shoots is popular. Khulna is known for using chui jhal (piper chaba) in its meat-based dishes. Kalai ruti, a type of rustic flatbread, is widely
Bangladesh
Algerian raï musician
Fakroun Ahmed Zergui Boussouar El Maghnaoui Boutaiba Sghir Bouteldja Belkacem Chaba Fadela Cheb Akil Cheb Bilal Cheb Hasni Cheb Kader Cheb Mami Cheb Nasro Cheb
Reda_Taliani
Pacific typhoon in 2004
developed on August 26 near the Marshall Islands. Following a path that Typhoon Chaba took nine days prior, Songda moved west-northwestward and strengthened quickly
Typhoon_Songda_(2004)
making it the first typhoon to make landfall on South Korea since Typhoon Chaba in 2016. Cimaron made landfall near Kyoto, Japan on August 23. As Cimaron
2018_Pacific_typhoon_season
French singer
song was unveiled, Mon Dieu, follow it in 2020 with two songs Histoire Chaba and Smile. Besides his singing career, the young star of Raï music decided
Faudel
Autonomous county in Sichuan, China
Joseph Rock in the 1920s and 1930s. He befriended the then lama king, Chote Chaba, and used the monastery as a base for exploring and plant collecting in
Muli Tibetan Autonomous County
Muli_Tibetan_Autonomous_County
Algerian raï musician (born 1960)
Fakroun Ahmed Zergui Boussouar El Maghnaoui Boutaiba Sghir Bouteldja Belkacem Chaba Fadela Cheb Akil Cheb Bilal Cheb Hasni Cheb Kader Cheb Mami Cheb Nasro Cheb
Khaled_(musician)
Pacific typhoon in 1964
intense and deadly typhoon that was also known as the Isewan Typhoon. Typhoon Chaba (2004) – an intense typhoon that took a comparable track. Typhoon Songda
Typhoon_Wilda_(1964)
Mare Rosso – Non-alcoholic bitter soft drink available in Spain Marocha Chaba no Ko – Unflavored green tea drink available in Japan Master Chill Master
List_of_Coca-Cola_brands
Subrange of the Continental Ranges in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada
Fernie Basin. Ball Range Blackwater Range Blue Range Bow Range Chaba Icefield Clemenceau-Chaba Columbia Icefield Drummond Group Freshfields Harrison Group
Park_Ranges
District of Haryana in India
their first language. Administrative divisions of Haryana Kaithal State Chaba, Anju Agnihotri (25 September 2021). "Punjab: Rich in culture but politically
Kaithal_district
Tropical cyclones in the Korean peninsula
Peninsula since Typhoon Sarah 57 years prior. October 7, 2016 ― Typhoon Chaba impacted South Korea with rainfall. Ulsan and Busan experienced flooding
Typhoons in the Korean Peninsula
Typhoons_in_the_Korean_Peninsula
South Korean entertainer (born 1972)
Retrieved 22 January 2018. "Comedian Yoo donates 50 mil. won for Typhoon Chaba victims". The Korea Times. 9 October 2016. Archived from the original on
Yoo_Jae-suk
Chaba formed west of Luzon and reached its peak intensity as a Category 1 typhoon, later becoming the strongest storm for the month of June. Chaba then
Tropical_cyclones_in_2022
Widespread national level rolling blackouts
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
South_African_energy_crisis
Rapidly rotating storm system
Analysis and Implication from the Numerical Model Experiments of Typhoon Chaba (2016)". Atmosphere. 12 (8). MDPI: 1061. Bibcode:2021Atmos..12.1061D. doi:10
Tropical_cyclone
Pacific typhoon in 2009
intensity to strike the islands was Chaba in 2004. That storm caused severe damage and widespread flooding. Unlike Chaba, relatively little rainfall fell
Typhoon_Choi-wan_(2009)
Pacific typhoon in 2017
cyclones in 2017 Other storms of the same name Typhoon Tip (1979) Typhoon Chaba (2010) Typhoon Wipha (2013) Typhoon Phanfone (2014) Typhoon Noru (2017)
Typhoon_Lan_(2017)
Tables of names for tropical cyclones
Dianmu Mindulle Lionrock Tokei Namtheun Malou Nyatoh Sarbul Amuyao Gosari Chaba Aere Songda 5 Trases Mulan Meari Tsing-ma Tokage Ong-mang Muifa Merbok Nanmadol
Tropical_cyclone_naming
Ancient Egyptian papyrus
one of his former workers, he was convinced, as he told the Egyptologist Chabas, that the manuscript was part of the funerary equipment of one of the Intef
Prisse_Papyrus
110°48′E / 7.8°N 110.8°E / 7.8; 110.8 – Tropical Depression 01W reaches its peak strength with winds of 55 km/h (35 km/h). 06:00 UTC at 8°00′N 110°00′E /
Timeline of the 2010 Pacific typhoon season
Timeline_of_the_2010_Pacific_typhoon_season
Pacific typhoon in 2004
1990 and equaled its power with Typhoon Chaba as the strongest typhoons of the 2004 season. After reaching peak intensity, Dianmu turned northwest before
Typhoon_Dianmu_(2004)
Alteration in the nucleotide sequence of a genome
PMC 5718017. PMID 29207982. Nichols RJ, Sen S, Choo YJ, Beltrao P, Zietek M, Chaba R, et al. (January 2011). "Phenotypic landscape of a bacterial cell". Cell
Mutation
grow upscale although Typhoon Chaba has already dissipated, this is the one confirmed in Foshan this afternoon. Typhoon Chaba had already spawned 8 confirmed
Tornadoes_of_2022
National park in Alberta, Canada
When Mary Schäffer Warren visited Maligne Lake—known by the Nakoda as Chaba Imne—in 1908, she did so by following a map given to her by Samson Beaver
Jasper_National_Park
Pacific severe tropical storm in 2025
portal Hong Kong portal Weather of 2025 Tropical cyclones in 2025 Typhoon Chaba (Caloy; 2022) Tropical Storm Pakhar (Jolina; 2017) The name Tapah (Malay:
Tropical_Storm_Tapah_(2025)
Ancient glass
1038/s41529-020-00130-9. ISSN 2397-2106. Verney-Carron, Aurélie; Sessegolo, Loryelle; Chabas, Anne; Lombardo, Tiziana; Rossano, Stéphanie; Perez, Anne; Valbi, Valentina;
Roman_glass
Chaba reached Category 5 super typhoon intensity and became the strongest tropical cyclone to make landfall in South Korea since Sanba in 2012. Chaba
Tropical_cyclones_in_2016
American-Canadian naturalist (1861–1939)
Sidney Unwin to provide the outfit and knowledge necessary to try finding "Chaba Imne," a lake in an unexplored mountain valley that they had heard of from
Mary_Schäffer_Warren
Pacific typhoon in 2003
another strong typhoon that struck South Korea Typhoon Neoguri (2014) Typhoon Chaba (2016) Typhoon Kong-rey (2018), took a similar track Typhoon Hinnamnor (2022)
Typhoon_Maemi
South African electricity public utility
management has focused on encouraging consumers to conserve power during peak periods in order to reduce the incidence of load shedding. Following the
Eskom
Pacific typhoon in 2014
Typhoon Jelawat (2012) Typhoon Wipha (2013) Typhoon Vongfong (2014) Typhoon Chaba (2016) Typhoon Lan (2017) Typhoon Trami (2018) The name Phanfone (Lao: ຟານທອງ
Typhoon_Phanfone_(2014)
Mountain in Alberta, Canada
the Athabasca River Valley of Jasper National Park. It stands east of the Chaba Icefield and north of the Columbia Icefield. The mountain was named in 1919
Warwick_Mountain
Pacific typhoon in 1991
powerful typhoon that also recurved near South Korea and Japan Typhoon Chaba (2004) – Typhoon that moved northeastward through Japan All damage totals
Typhoon_Mireille
energy generation systems. Depending on the size defined in MWp (Megawatt peak) of the photovoltaic solar system, the amended section 12 B of the Income
Solar_power_in_South_Africa
Power station in South Africa
mothballed, one was kept in reserve and the other five were only operated during peak hours. In 1990, the complete station was mothballed until 2008 when the unit
Komati_Power_Station
French painter and illustrator (1870–1957)
from these rare appearances, none of his faithful friends, such as Paul Chabas, Georges Rouault and of course Guillaumin, managed to draw him away from
Victor-Ferdinand_Bourgeois
Regional tropical cyclone
Earth. Pacific typhoons have formed year-round, with peak months from August to October. The peak months correspond to that of the Atlantic hurricane seasons
Typhoon
"NERSA's Public Hearing - AVON PEAKING POWER (PTY) LTD and DEDISA PEAKING POWER (PTY) LTD" (PDF). "SA large scale IPP peaking power projects". 10 June 2013
List of power stations in South Africa
List_of_power_stations_in_South_Africa
Photovoltaic power station in Northern Cape, South Africa
Terence. "50 MW De Aar solar project at peak-construction stage". Creamer, Terence. "50 MW De Aar solar project at peak-construction stage". Engineering News
De_Aar_Solar_Power
Pacific severe tropical storm in 2017
Storm Etau (2009) Typhoon Neoguri (2014) Tropical Storm Etau (2015) Typhoon Chaba (2016) Typhoon Talim (2017) The name Nanmadol (Pohnpeian: Nan Madol, [nɐn
Tropical Storm Nanmadol (2017)
Tropical_Storm_Nanmadol_(2017)
Geologic formation in Canada
reaching a maximum thickness of about 361 metres (1,184 feet) near the Chaba River, and thins to zero in the subsurface of the Alberta plains. It is
Pika_Formation
making it the first typhoon to make landfall in South Korea since Typhoon Chaba in 2016. Cimaron made landfall near Kyoto, Japan, on August 23. When Cimaron
Tropical_cyclones_in_2018
Concentrated solar power (CSP) thermal energy
Spanish companies Acciona, SENER and TSK and South Africa’s Crowie. During peak construction period the project employed more than 1300 persons on site.
Bokpoort_CSP
Pumped storage hydroelectric plant in the Western Cape, South Africa
pumped-storage hydroelectricity plant is capable of responding to a surge in peak power demand in minutes. At night, excess power on the grid generated by
Palmiet_Pumped_Storage_Scheme
Coal mining and consumption in South Africa
employed about 80,000 workers, or .5% of total employment, down from a peak in 1981 of 135,000 workers. The coal industry is South Africa's largest contribution
Coal_in_South_Africa
place as the storm passed near the island. However, on August 25, after Chaba had begun moving away from Guam, four people were swept to sea by strong
List of typhoons in the Mariana Islands
List_of_typhoons_in_the_Mariana_Islands
Pacific typhoon in 2004
Alamagan, and Pagan were granted public assistance. In mid-August, Typhoon Chaba caused significant damage in the Mariana Islands. A bill was passed following
Typhoon_Tingting
Pacific typhoon in 2004
during the 2004 season: Typhoon Nida Typhoon Conson Typhoon Dianmu Typhoon Chaba Typhoon Songda Typhoon Meari Typhoon Tokage 2011 Bering Sea superstorm Typhoon
Typhoon_Ma-on_(2004)
Photovoltaic power station in South Africa
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
Letsatsi_Solar_Park
Defunct power station in Cape Town, South Africa
capacity of 120 MW. Between 1995 and 2003 it was used to generate power during peak demand periods or power failures of the national grid. By 2003, significant
Athlone_Power_Station
Wind farm in South Africa
station saves the country the emission of 600,000 tons of CO2 annually. At the peak of construction an estimated 511 people were employed at the site. This is
Garob_Wind_Power_Station
web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) "RSMC Best Track 1618 CHABA (1618)". Japan Meteorological Agency. November 1, 2016.{{cite web}}: CS1
List_of_violent_typhoons
South African energy company
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
Ampli_Energy
Gas-fired power station in Western Cape, South Africa
with the increasing power demands of the Western Cape during periods of peak power demands, a gas turbine design that can be powered by either natural
Ankerlig_Power_Station
Dam in KwaZulu-Natal/Free State, South Africa
plant uses water from the upper reservoir to generate electricity during the peak demand periods of the day. At night, excess power on the grid generated by
Ingula_Pumped_Storage_Scheme
Mountain pass that crosses the Canadian Rockies south of Jasper
Pacific Ocean. On the east side of the pass, in Alberta, the Chaba River is fed by the Chaba Icefield to the south and drains via the Athabasca River into
Fortress Pass (Canadian Rockies)
Fortress_Pass_(Canadian_Rockies)
Pacific typhoon in 2015
Guam, Dolphin produced the first typhoon-force winds since 2004 during Chaba. The storm damaged many homes on the island. High winds knocked down trees
Typhoon_Dolphin_(2015)
provision for photovoltaic systems that are smaller or equal to 1 MWp (Megawatt peak) in section 12 B of the Tax Act. Owners can depreciate the investment 100%
Renewable energy in South Africa
Renewable_energy_in_South_Africa
Award of British honours
For services to the community in Blyth, Northumberland. Anthony Emoabino Chaba. For services to Minority Ethnic Communities in Manchester. Ray Chapman
2016_New_Year_Honours
this bond credit rating opinion from Moody's. Note that the plant's 44 MWp peak DC rating is specified under concentrator standard test conditions (CSTC)
Touwsrivier_CPV_Solar_Project
Planned solar power tower solar thermal power plant
estimated at $715 million, and basic power tariff offered at $124/MW·h. Peak power tariff is 270% of the basic power tariff i.e. $334/MW·h. Tariffs quoted
Redstone_Solar_Thermal_Power
Power station in South Africa
based in Denmark, each rated at 4.2 MW, capable of generating 147 MW at peak production. Enel Green Power won the concession to build this power station
Karusa_Wind_Power_Station
previous decade, only 46 typhoons reached the very strong category as its peak strength from 2010 to 2019. Some notable very strong typhoons include Typhoon
List_of_very_strong_typhoons
Photovoltaic power plant in South Africa
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
Lesedi_Solar_Park
List of mountains of Canada Mountain peaks of Canada List of mountain peaks of North America List of mountain peaks of the Rocky Mountains Refer to the
List of mountains of British Columbia
List_of_mountains_of_British_Columbia
responsibility. The most intense tropical cyclone of the month was Cyclone Edzani, peaking with 910 hPa and 150 mph in 10-minute sustained winds. The month of February
Tropical_cyclones_in_2010
1906–1948 South African electricity supply company
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
Victoria Falls and Transvaal Power Company
Victoria_Falls_and_Transvaal_Power_Company
South African energy company
Emoyeni Wind Farm Aurora Wind Farm Brandvallei Wind Farm Castle Wind Farm Chaba Wind Farm Coega Wind Farm Coleskop Wind Farm Cookhouse Wind Farm Copperton
EXSA
Ocean and became Hurricane Douglas Cezera (1990) – a severe tropical storm. Chaba 2004 – a strong super typhoon that devastated Japan in 2004. 2010 – approached
List_of_named_storms_(C)
Musical trend
1980s, a mainstream raï revival occurred, and pop-raï stars like Khaled and Chaba Fadela gained worldwide audiences; the same period saw similar trends occur
Roots_revival
Wind farm in South Africa
is sufficient to supply an estimated 154,625 South African homes. At the peak of construction an estimated 550 people were employed at the site. The Kangnas
Kangnas_Wind_Power_Station
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
Girl/Female
American, Hebrew, Indian, Parsi
A Lark
Girl/Female
Indian
Image, Young
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Life.
Girl/Female
Hebrew American Spanish
Life.
Girl/Female
Indian
Quiet and frisky
Girl/Female
Bengali, Hindu, Indian
: Desire; Wish; Love
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Life-giving
Female
Hebrew
Variant spelling of Hebrew Channa, CHANA means "favor; grace."Â
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Life.
Female
Hebrew
(חִבָּה) Hebrew name CHIBA means "love."
Girl/Female
American, Gujarati, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Marathi, Sanskrit, Spanish, Tamil
Alive; Living; Lustre; Beauty; Shadow; Life
Girl/Female
African, Bengali, French, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Italian, Kannada, Latin, Malayalam, Sanskrit
Quiet and Frisky; Option; Happiness; Joy
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Life.
Girl/Female
Hebrew American
Graceful.
Female
Hebrew
(חַוָּה) Variant spelling of Hebrew Chavva, CHAVA means "life."Â
Girl/Female
Muslim
Image, Young
Female
Greek
(ΧαÏά) Greek name derived from the word chara, CHARA means "joyful."
Female
Hebrew
(×—Ö·×™Ö¼Ö´×”) Feminine form of Hebrew Chayim, CHAYA means "alive."
Girl/Female
Indian
Shadow
Girl/Female
Hebrew
Life.
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
Boy/Male
Muslim
King of the world
Girl/Female
Indian
Boy/Male
American, Hindu, Indian
Vasan
Boy/Male
Greek
Farmer.
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu
A Character in Ramayana
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada
Sound
Boy/Male
English German
House or home. Introduced from Germany during the Norman Conquest. Also used as a surname.
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
God's Gift
Boy/Male
Muslim
Intelligent
Male
Spanish
Spanish form of Visigothic Gundisalv, GONZALO means "battle genius; war elf."
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
CHABA PEAK
n.
The top, or one of the tops, of a hill, mountain, or range, ending in a point; often, the whole hill or mountain, esp. when isolated; as, the Peak of Teneriffe.
n.
A flat basket or frail for figs, etc.; hence, a lady's flat workbasket, reticule, or hand bag; -- often written caba.
a.
Having peaks; peaked.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Peak
v. i.
To rise or extend into a peak or point; to form, or appear as, a peak.
a.
Sickly; peaked.
v. t.
To raise to a position perpendicular, or more nearly so; as, to peak oars, to hold them upright; to peak a gaff or yard, to set it nearer the perpendicular.
n.
A genus of flowerless plants, having articulated stems and whorled branches. They flourish in wet places.
n.
Any plant of the genus Chara; -- so called because they are often incrusted with carbonate of lime. See Chara.
n.
The crested screamer of Brazil (Palamedea, / Chauna, chavaria), so called in imitation of its notes; -- called also chauna, and faithful kamichi. It is often domesticated and is useful in guarding other poultry. See Kamichi.
a.
Of or relating to a peak; or to peaks; belonging to a mountainous region.
n.
The petrified fruit of the Chara hispida, a species of stonewort. See Stonewort.
imp. & p. p.
of Peak
n.
A curious South American bird (Anhima, / Palamedea, cornuta), often domesticated by the natives and kept with poultry, which it defends against birds of prey. It has a long, slender, hornlike ornament on its head, and two sharp spurs on each wing. Although its beak, feet, and legs resemble those of gallinaceous birds, it is related in anatomical characters to the ducks and geese (Anseres). Called also horned screamer. The name is sometimes applied also to the chaja. See Chaja, and Screamer.
n.
The upper aftermost corner of a fore-and-aft sail; -- used in many combinations; as, peak-halyards, peak-brails, etc.
a.
Pointed; ending in a point; as, a peaked roof.
a.
Pining; sickly; peakish.
n.
The red-bellied wood pecker (Melanerpes Carolinus).
a.
Having a peak or peaks.
n.
The small and nearly cubical stone building, toward which all Mohammedans must pray.