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Mountain Definition & Meaning

mountain
noun
  1. a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
  2. (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent; "a batch of letters"; "a deal of trouble"; "a lot of money"; "he made a mint on the stock market"; "see the rest of the winners in our huge passel of photos"; "it must have cost plenty"; "a slew of journalists"; "a wad of money"

"Mountain" in song lyrics

See how mountain is used in real songs:

  • "Men judge by passin a mountain"
    3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness
  • "Run and tell that to the mountain"
    9th Prince — Shut Your Mouth
  • "He asked me to rock so I took him to the mountain"
    Akbar — Bigga Dey Come

Usage tips for "mountain"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "mountain" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for mountain to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does mountain mean?
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent; "a batch of letters"; "a deal of trouble"; "a lot of money"; "he made a mint on the stock market"; "see the rest of the winners in our huge passel of photos"; "it must have cost plenty"; "a slew of journalists"; "a wad of money"
What part of speech is mountain?
Mountain is a noun.
How many definitions does mountain have?
Mountain has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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