Chine (noun)

A sharp ridge or a narrow strip of land along the coast or edge of a hill.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english cinu, of germanic origin; related to dutch kiem and german kieme.

Examples:

1. The chine provided a sheltered location for a fishing village.
2. The cliffs along the chine were a popular spot for rock climbers.
3. The chine was a valuable resource for the local people, who used it for agriculture and as a source of stone.
4. The narrow strip of land at the bottom of the chine was prone to flooding during heavy rains.
5. The geology of the chine was of interest to scientists, who studied the rock formations and fossils found there.