What does scree mean?
A mass of loose rock fragments at the bottom of a cliff or steep slope, formed by the disintegration of the rock above. A high-pitched, scraping or grating sound, often made by the movement of loose rock or gravel.
Example
"The hikers had to navigate through the scree at the base of the mountain."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.