highland
/ˈhaɪlənd/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6077 in the learning path
高地；高原地区
Definitions
n. An area of land that lies high above sea level.
高地；高原地区
adj. Relating to land high above sea level.
高地的；高原地区的
Example
We explored the highlands on foot during our holiday.
假期里，我们徒步探索了高地地区。
Highland communities often face transport difficulties because steep terrain makes road construction expensive and challenging.
高地社区经常面临交通困难，因为陡峭的地形使道路建设成本高昂且困难重重。
Collocations
- highland region
- highland communities
- the highlands
Synonyms
- upland
Antonyms
- lowland
Usage tip
名词常用复数highlands；单数常作形容词。
FAQ
- What does highland mean?
- An area of land that lies high above sea level. Relating to land high above sea level.
- How is highland pronounced?
- UK /ˈhaɪlənd/, US /ˈhaɪlənd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
