1. plural of downslope; areas of land that slope downward or descend toward lower elevation
Usage: commonly used in geography, geology, and environmental contexts

1. third-person singular present tense of downslope; to move or flow down a slope
Usage: less common than the noun form; used in technical or scientific writing

Examples

• The hikers carefully navigated the steep downslopes of the mountain trail.
• Water downslopes rapidly during heavy rainfall in this region.
• The downslopes on the eastern face of the ridge are covered with dense forest.
• Erosion is more pronounced on the downslopes where soil is less stable.
• Skiers prefer the gentle downslopes on the north side of the resort.
• The village is located on one of the downslopes of the valley.