col
- 01 C2 Proficiency
the lowest point on a ridge between two mountain peaks.
the lowest point of a ridge between two peaks, often forming a pass. The term is frequently used in mountaineering and professional cycling contexts.
Simple“The hikers reached the col between the two mountains just as the sun began to set.”
In context“The lead cyclists struggled through the final ascent to the col, where the narrow pass offered a brief respite before the technical descent.”
UsageCommonly used in geography and mountaineering to describe a specific landform.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a short way to write the word 'column', often used in tables or computer code.
a standard abbreviation for 'column', typically employed in typesetting, spreadsheet software, or database management.
Simple“In the spreadsheet, col A contains the dates and col B contains the prices.”
In context“The developer adjusted the width of the third col in the CSS grid to ensure the layout remained responsive on mobile devices.”
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
a short way to write the word 'color' or 'colour'.
a standard abbreviation for 'color', frequently found in design software or technical specifications.
Simple“The design document listed the col as 'navy blue' for the company logo.”
In context“The technical manual specifies the col requirements for the print run to ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials.”
“Lt Col Joseph Muchechesi, commander of the boat regiment involved in the search operation, said: “So far today we have managed to take 22 bodies.”
“As far as the Nahal brigade’s chief of staff, reserve Col Nochi Mendel, was concerned, they were “mingling” with Hamas.”