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- DictionaryMoun·tain/ˈmount(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level; a large steep hill: "the village is backed by awe-inspiring mountains"
The meaning of MOUNTAIN is a landmass that projects conspicuously above its surroundings and is higher than a hill. How to use mountain in a sentence.
A mountain is an elevated portion of the Earth's crust, generally with steep sides that show significant exposed bedrock. Although definitions vary, a mountain may differ from a plateau in having a limited summit area, and is usually higher than a hill, typically rising at least 300 metres (980 ft) above the surrounding land
Mountain definition: a natural elevation of the earth's surface rising more or less abruptly to a summit, and attaining an altitude greater than that of a hill, usually greater than 2,000 feet (610 meters).. See examples of MOUNTAIN used in a sentence.
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a raised part of the earth’s surface, larger than a hill: the Blue Ridge Mountains. We’re spending the weekend in the mountains (= an area with mountains). The Rockies form the biggest North American mountain range (= group of mountains).
a raised part of the earth’s surface, larger than a hill: the Blue Ridge Mountains. We’re spending the weekend in the mountains (= an area with mountains). The Rockies form the biggest North American mountain range (= group of mountains).
Definition of mountain noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
A mountain is much larger than an average hill; it's a mass of land that rises up to 2000 feet or so. Mountain does not always describe a land mass. It can also be used to refer to an undertaking, a pile of something, or even a large dose of trouble.