Elevation
Pronunciation: /ˌɛləˈveɪʃən/
Elevation (noun)
- The height of a place above sea level or ground level.
- A higher position or rank in a job or organization.
- A raised area of land, like a hill or mountain.
Examples
- The elevation of the mountain is over 2,000 meters.
- Pilots must be aware of the elevation of the terrain.
Common collocations: high elevation, elevation above sea level, elevation to a position, rapid elevation, natural elevation