mount (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /maʊnt/

Definition

To get on or climb onto something, especially a horse, bicycle, or vehicle.

Examples

• She quickly mounted her bicycle and rode away.

• The knight was helped to mount his horse by his squire.

• Passengers were asked to mount the bus carefully.

How to Use mount

mount up (phrasal verb)

To increase in quantity or intensity. — "The bills kept mounting up, and he didn't know how he would pay them."

mount on (prepositional phrase)

To place or fix something onto a surface or structure. — "We need to mount the speakers on the wall."

mount a defense (collocation)

To prepare and present a defense against an accusation or attack. — "The lawyer helped him mount a defense against the charges."

Synonyms of mount

Words with a similar meaning to mount:

• climb
• ascend
• get on
• ride

Antonyms of mount

Words with the opposite meaning to mount:

• dismount
• descend

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