noun
mountain ridge; ridge
Refers to the crest or ridgeline of a mountain or hill.
登山道は尾根に沿って続いている。
The trail continues along the ridge.
尾根からは周囲の山々がよく見える。
From the ridge, you can see the surrounding mountains well.
Compound of 尾 (o, 'tail') + 根 (ne, 'root'), referring to the tail-like crest of a mountain.