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alpine 1. (of plants) growing on mountains, esp above the limit for tree growth 2. connected with or used in mountaineering in medium-sized glaciated mountain areas such as the Alps 3. Skiing of or relating to racing events on steep prepared slopes, such as the slalom and downhill 4. a plant that is native or suited to alpine conditions alpine [′al‚pīn] (ecology) Any plant native to mountain peaks or boreal regions. (geology) Similar to or characteristic of a lofty mountain or mountain system. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The former Himolene business acquired by Heritage uses Reifenhauser
extruders with 30:1 L/D and Alpines with 21:1. The theory
bolstered the split between old and new immigrants, complicating it only
slightly: the old immigrants were primarily comprised of Nordics while
the new immigrants were dominated by Alpines and Mediterraneans. |
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