Appalachian Mountains
geographical name
Ap·pa·la·chian Mountains
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Definition of Appalachian Mountains
mountain system of eastern North America extending from Labrador and New Brunswick southwest to northern Alabama; highest peak Mount Mitchell 6684 feet (2037 meters)