Pennine Alps

American  

[pen-ahyn] / ˈpɛn aɪn /

plural noun

1. a mountain range on the border between Switzerland and Italy: part of the Alps. Highest peak, Monte Rosa, 15,217 feet (4,640 meters).

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Pennine Alps British  

/ ˈpɛnaɪn /

plural noun

1. a range of the Alps between Switzerland and Italy. Highest peak: Monte Rosa, 4634 m (15 204 ft)

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Example Sentences

Mr. Pession and Ms. Arlian, who were both Italian, were climbing a ridge on Saturday that divides the east and north faces of Monte Zerbion, a mountain in the Pennine Alps that both knew well.

From New York Times

The most notable example has been the Rifugio Guide del Cervino, a traditional mountain lodge in the Pennine Alps on the border with Switzerland near the Matterhorn.

From New York Times

Matigny is situated at the Great St. Bernard Pass in the Pennine Alps, where for centuries travelers have been greeted by the loyal dogs, known for their prowess in avalanche rescues.

From New York Times

“There is more gold under the Monte Rosa than in Africa, but because of costs and environmental laws it isn’t mined anymore,” Rocchetti said of one of the principal massifs of the Pennine Alps.

From Seattle Times

“There is more gold under the Monte Rosa than in Africa, but because of costs and environmental laws it isn’t mined anymore,” said Mr. Rocchetti of one of the principal massifs of the Pennine Alps.

From New York Times