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   • (Definition of prominence from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) 顯著，有名… 显著，有名… prominencia, prominencia [feminine, singular]… proeminência, proeminência [feminine]… Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! PROMINENCE definition: a position of being important or famous: . Learn more.

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   What is the meaning of prominency?

   • Also promi·nen·cy. the state of being prominent; conspicuousness. a prominence high over a ravine.

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   How do you use prominence in a sentence?

   • He placed it in prominence, instinctively or designedly, rejecting the merely complementary parts. Keep the background in value as regards prominence and relief of objects as well as in the matter of color. Prominence definition: the state of being prominent; conspicuousness.. See examples of PROMINENCE used in a sentence.

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   Where did the word prominence come from?

   • The earliest known use of the noun prominence is in the mid 1500s. OED's earliest evidence for prominence is from 1533, in the writing of John Frith, evangelical theologian and martyr. prominence is a borrowing from Latin. Etymons: Latin prōminentia.

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   What does prominence mean in topography?

   • In topography, prominence [lower-alpha 1] characterizes the height of a mountain or hill's summit by the vertical distance between it and the lowest contour line encircling with no higher summit. It is a measure of the independence of a summit.

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   What is the difference between prominence and promontory?

   • prominence n. The quality of being noticeable or distinguished. prominent adj. Conspicuous in position, character, or importance. promiscuous adj. Brought together without order, distinction, or design (for sex). promissory adj. Expressing an engagement to pay. promontory n. A high point of land extending outward from the coastline into the sea.

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   noun. Also prom i·nen·cy. the state of being prominent; conspicuousness. something that is prominent; a projection or protuberance: a prominence high over a ravine. Synonyms: peak, precipice, height, promontory.

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   a position of being important or famous: He first came to prominence as a singer in the 1980s. (Definition of prominence from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

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   Define prominence. prominence synonyms, prominence pronunciation, prominence translation, English dictionary definition of prominence. n. 1. The quality or condition of being prominent. 2. Something prominent, especially an area of land raised above its surroundings. 3. Anatomy A small...

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   What does the noun prominence mean? There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun prominence, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. prominence has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.

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   noun. These are words and phrases related to prominence. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of prominence. His prominence in the music field is well known. Synonyms. eminence. distinction. importance. preeminence. fame. renown. prestige. celebrity. notability. reputation. name. conspicuousness.

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   Definition of prominence noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   the state or quality of being prominent. something that is prominent, such as a protuberance. relative importance or consequence. an eruption of incandescent gas from the sun's surface that can reach an altitude of several hundred thousand kilometres. Prominences are visible during a total eclipse.