Hochplateau

high plateau, elevated tableland

noun HOKH-pla-toh Rare

Origin: from French 'plateau'

Usage Note

Hochplateau denotes a large, flat elevated area, often above the treeline. Used in geography and travel writing to distinguish a raised plain from lower-lying plateaus. Plural Hochplateaus.

Examples

"Das Hochplateau der Alpen bietet weite Aussichten."

Natural Translation

The high plateau of the Alps offers wide views.

Literal Translation

The high-plateau of the Alps offers wide views.

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