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Foothill

Noun / ˈfʊˌthɪl / Another word for foothill — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A foothill is a low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range.

Synonyms & similar words

hillside slope rise knoll mound eminence bank ridge upland acclivity terrace prominence gradient inclination bluff elevation mount tor hummock tumulus

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Example sentences

  1. We climbed the foothill to get a better view of the valley.
  2. The animals often graze on the grassy foothills.
  3. The foothills are covered in beautiful wildflowers during springtime.
  4. I spotted a deer roaming in the foothills.
  5. The foothills provide a natural barrier against strong winds.

Quotes

  • Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you. - David McCullough
  • Mountains are the cathedrals where I practice my religion. - Anatoli Boukreev
  • In the mountains, there you feel free. - T.S. Eliot

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