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Gorge (Noun)

A narrow pass (especially one between mountains).

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

The trail led through a narrow gorge that cut between the steep mountain peaks.
A rickety bridge spanned the deep gorge below, swaying precariously in the wind.
Hikers were cautioned to watch their step while traversing the slippery rock walls of the gorge.
A massive dam had been constructed to span the narrow gorge, harnessing the river's power.
Tourists stood in awe of the natural wonder as they peered out over the precipitous drop into the gorge.

A deep ravine (usually with a river running through it).

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

The river had carved out a stunning gorge over millions of years, with steep cliffs rising up on either side.
As we hiked down into the gorge, the sound of the river grew louder and the air grew cooler.
The gorge was so narrow in places that the sunlight barely penetrated, creating a cool, damp atmosphere.
After a long hike, we finally reached the bottom of the gorge, where we were rewarded with a breathtaking view.
The bridge that spanned the gorge was an engineering marvel, suspended high above the rushing water below.

The passage between the pharynx and the stomach.

Nouns denoting body parts.

Food passed from the esophagus into the gorge and then continued into the stomach for further digestion.
In this region, the esophageal lining changes into the lining of the gorge.
Swallowing can become a difficult process when a foreign object obstructs the gorge.
At this junction between the esophagus and the stomach lies the short passage called the gorge.
Through this constricted section, food moves from the esophagus into the gorge.