altitude — the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæltɪtuːd/
Example Sentences
- The pilot announced they were flying at an altitude where even Superman would need an oxygen mask.
- Mountain climbers must acclimatize to high altitude gradually.
- At this altitude, my ego is almost as high as the mountain peak.
altitude
NOUN[/ˈæltɪtuːd/]
the height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level
The pilot checks the altitude as the plane climbs above the clouds.
At high altitude, gratitude meets attitude!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
This word derives from Latin, combining altus meaning 'high' with the suffix -tudo denoting 'state' or 'condition'. The term originally described the quality or state of being elevated in height.
Breakdown
altus (high) + -tudo (state, condition)
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📝Examples
“The pilot announced they were flying at an altitude where even Superman would need an oxygen mask.”
“Mountain climbers must acclimatize to high altitude gradually.”
“At this altitude, my ego is almost as high as the mountain peak.”
“The drone's maximum operating altitude is 400 feet above ground level.”
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