summit — the highest point of a hill or mountain; a meeting between heads of government
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the highest point of a hill or mountain; a meeting between heads of government
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌmɪt/
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy said he doesn't go above the 'summit' - turns out he meant the 3rd floor!
- The G7 summit will be held in Japan next month.
- My cat thinks the top of the refrigerator is his personal summit to conquer daily.
summit
NOUN[/ˈsʌmɪt/]
the highest point of a hill or mountain; a meeting between heads of government
A climber triumphantly reaches the mountain summit with raised arms
The summit's commitment glows with light — when dedication and vision unite, the peak shines bright
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'somete,' derived from Latin 'summa' meaning 'the highest' or 'the top.' The word ultimately traces back to the Latin superlative form related to 'super' (above).
Breakdown
sum- (highest, top, from Latin 'summa') + -it (noun suffix) = summit
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy said he doesn't go above the 'summit' - turns out he meant the 3rd floor!”
“The G7 summit will be held in Japan next month.”
“My cat thinks the top of the refrigerator is his personal summit to conquer daily.”
“The view from the summit was absolutely breathtaking.”
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