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Altitude Definition & Meaning

altitude
noun
  1. elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface; "the altitude gave her a headache"
  2. the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel)
  3. angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

"Altitude" in song lyrics

See how altitude is used in real songs:

  • "We them last of them falcons that's soarin' beyond your altitude"
    Aesop Rock f/ Camp Lo — Limelighters
  • "Your only chance of getting caught with altitude"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Mitten Behemoths
  • "Navigate my catacombe, or reach my altitude"
    Evil Ed f/ Jehst — Alien

Usage tips for "altitude"

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Frequently asked questions

What does altitude mean?
elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface; "the altitude gave her a headache" the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel) angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
What part of speech is altitude?
Altitude is a noun.
How many definitions does altitude have?
Altitude has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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