tārua
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saddle

A low point in the crest line of a ridge, commonly between the heads of streams flowing in opposite directions. Also a low point between two peaks of a mountain.

Sometimes referred to as a pass or a col, however a pass is generally considered to be higher and a col even higher still and more difficult to cross.
Alternative/related Māori terms
tāwhatitanga, tarahanga, tarahaka, nonoti
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