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mountainous

The correct spelling is mountainous.

How to pronounce mountainous

adjective

IPA: /ˈmaʊntɪnəs/

Say it like: Mow-nta-yno-ws

The correct spelling is mountainous. Having many mountains; characterized by mountains; of the nature of a mountain; rough (terrain); rocky.

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Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having many mountains; characterized by mountains; of the nature of a mountain; rough (terrain); rocky.
  2. 2.Resembling a mountain, especially in size; huge; towering.
  3. 3.(of a problem or task) Very difficult.
  4. 4.Inhabiting mountains; hence, barbarous.

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