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The correct spelling is mountain.
How to pronounce mountain
/ˈmaʊntɪn/
nounIPA: /ˈmaʊntɪn/
Say it like: Mow-nta-yn
The correct spelling is mountain. An elevation of land of considerable dimensions rising more or less abruptly, forming a conspicuous figure in the landscape, usually having a small extent of surface at its summit. For example: "We spent the weekend hiking in the mountains."
Usage Examples
“We spent the weekend hiking in the mountains.”
“He was a real mountain of a man, standing seven feet tall.”
“some mountain ranges; the high mountain top; a scenic mountain view; the mountain lodge; the leaves of mountain cranberries; a mountain goat”
Definition
noun
- 1.An elevation of land of considerable dimensions rising more or less abruptly, forming a conspicuous figure in the landscape, usually having a small extent of surface at its summit.
- 2.Something very large in size or quantity; a huge amount; a great heap.
- 3.Of, belonging to, relating to, or found on a mountain; like a mountain in size; (of living things) growing or living on a mountain.
- 4.A difficult task or challenge.
- 5.A woman's large breast.
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