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plateau

nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/plɐ.ˈna.lu/pla·na·lto

Definition

1

An extensive area of high, level ground.

Usage examples

“The central plateau is a region of great agricultural importance.”
“The city is located on a plateau at 800 meters altitude.”

Common combinations

central plateauhigh plateauplateau climate