1. coastal roads built along cliffs or steep hillsides, especially along the Mediterranean
Usage: often capitalized when referring to specific famous routes

Examples

• The Grand Corniche offers spectacular views of the French Riviera.
• We drove along the winding corniches above Monaco.
• The three corniches between Nice and Monaco each provide different perspectives of the coastline.
• Many tourists prefer the middle corniche for its balance of scenery and safety.
• The lower corniche runs closest to the sea and passes through several coastal towns.
• Construction of new corniches requires careful engineering due to the steep terrain.