mountainous

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or having mountains; mountainous.

• noun

  A large natural elevation of the earth's surface, usually having a summit higher than 600 or 1,000 feet (180 or 300 meters).

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mountainous
drowsy , dozy , toezy , jozy

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Variants

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mountainous , mountainously , mountainousness , mountainousnesses

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Etymology

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From Old French montaigne, from monter, to mount.

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Trivia

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1. The tallest mountain in the world is Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas.

2. The term mountainous can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is large or complex.

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Related Concepts

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1. mountain range: A series of mountains or hills that form a continuous chain.

2. mountaineering: The activity of climbing mountains, often requiring specialized equipment and training.

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Culture

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Mountainous regions have been a source of inspiration for literature, art, and music. They are often depicted as wild, untamed, and mysterious places. In many cultures, mountains are considered sacred and are believed to have spiritual significance.

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1. visualize
   

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

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