The Western Ghats is an important mountain system along the west coast of India. In the context of this mountain range, the word 'Ghat' means:

Geographically, while 'Ghat' classically refers to landing stairs on a riverbank in Indian languages, its usage in mountain systems like the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats signifies a series of mountain gaps, rugged steps, or navigable passes that break through the edge of the plateau.