Across
- 3. a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level; a large steep hill.
- 5. a pebbly or sandy shore, especially by the ocean between high- and low-water marks.
- 6. an area of open land, especially one planted with crops or pasture, typically bounded by hedges or fences.
- 10. a mountain or hill, typically conical, having a crater or vent through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas are being or have been erupted from the earth's crust.
- 12. a low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it.
- 14. the expanse of salt water that covers most of the earth's surface and surrounds its landmasses.
- 15. emphasizes lack of water.
Down
- 1. a cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline.
- 2. a naturally raised area of land, not as high or craggy as a mountain.
- 4. a large open area of grassland, especially in the Mississippi River valley.
- 7. a piece of land surrounded by water.
- 8. a large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another such stream.
- 9. the part of the land near the sea; the edge of the land.
- 11. a very large expanse of sea, in particular each of the main areas into which the sea is divided geographically.
- 13. a large body of water surrounded by land.