elevation (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌel.ɪˈveɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The height of a place or thing above sea level.
Examples
The elevation of Denver is about 5,280 feet.
We checked the elevation on the map before starting our hike.
The pilot had to maintain a specific elevation for the landing approach.
How to Use elevation
- elevation of (prepositional phrase)
- The height above sea level of a specific place. — "The elevation of Mount Everest is 8,848.86 meters."
- above sea level (collocation)
- Higher than the average surface level of the sea. — "The city is situated at an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level."
- below sea level (collocation)
- Lower than the average surface level of the sea. — "The lowest point on land has an elevation far below sea level."
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