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hilltop

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈhɪɫˌtɑp// UK //hˈɪltɒp// hill·top

n. the highest part of a hill. You can usually see a long way from here.

n. the summit or highest point of a hill. Refers specifically to the uppermost surface rather than the entire elevation.


SIMPLE

We sat on the hilltop to watch the sunset.

CONTEXTUAL

The ancient castle was built on a steep hilltop to make it easier to defend against enemies.

COMPLEX

From the windy hilltop, the hikers enjoyed a panoramic view of the valley, where the morning mist still clung to the winding river below.

Synonyms
Origin

From hill + top.

Usage

Often used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'hilltop village' or 'hilltop view'.

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