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plateau
/plæˈtoʊ/
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What does plateau mean?
noun
- A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.
- A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. (of a varying quantity)
- A notable level of attainment or achievement.
More meanings (7)
noun
- Any of several distinct, dose-dependent stages of a dextromethorphan trip.
- (dated) An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.
verb
- To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.
proper noun
- A state of Nigeria in the North Central geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Jos.
- A surname
- Former name of Lusong: a barangay of Buenavista, Bohol, Philippines.
- Synonym of Plateau Penutian.
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IPA pronunciation
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The plateau being somewhat tilted towards the west, this spot on which we had paused commanded a wide prospect on either hand.
Along the crest of the plateau ran a sort of trench whose presence it was impossible for the distant observer to divine.
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Deer also are occasionally met in the cañon, making their way to the river when the wells of the plateau are dry.
Nor is this tendency to strike a plateau confined to clerks in the office and to semi- skilled men in the factory.
Immediately beyond these pyramids he came upon an open plateau, which he considered to have been the site of the city proper.