upland
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈəpɫənd// UK //ˈʌplənd// up·land
adj. describing land that is high up, such as hills or mountains. It is often used to talk about farming or nature in these high areas.
adj. relating to or situated in an area of high or hilly land. Typically used attributively to modify nouns related to geography, ecology, or agriculture.
The sheep graze on the upland pastures during the summer.
Conservationists are working to protect upland habitats from the effects of overgrazing and soil erosion.
The region is characterized by rugged upland terrain that transitions into fertile valleys, creating a diverse ecosystem that supports a wide variety of rare alpine flora.
Usage
Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often used in contrast with 'lowland'.