elevational
|el-e-va-tion-al|
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/ˌɛləˈveɪʃənəl/
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/ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃənəl/
(elevation)
height or raising
Etymology
Etymology Information
'elevational' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'elevare,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'levare' meant 'to raise.'
Historical Evolution
'elevare' transformed into the Old French word 'elever,' and eventually became the modern English word 'elevation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise or lift up,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'height above a given level.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting the height above a given level, especially sea level.
The elevational differences in the region affect the climate.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/24 17:00