Appalachian Mountains: Meaning and Definition of

Ap'pala'chian Moun'tains

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  1. a mountain range in E North America, extending from S Quebec province to N Alabama. Highest peak, Mt. Mitchell, 6684 ft. (2037 m). Also called
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