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mountains

/ˈmaʊntn̩z/

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An elevation of land of considerable dimensions rising more or less abruptly, forming a conspicuous figure in the landscape, usually having a small extent of surface at its summit.

Examples :

"We spent the weekend hiking in the mountains."

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Something very large in size or quantity; a huge amount; a great heap.

Examples :

"He was a real mountain of a man, standing seven feet tall."

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Of, belonging to, relating to, or found on a mountain; like a mountain in size; (of living things) growing or living on a mountain.

Examples :

"some mountain ranges; the high mountain top; a scenic mountain view; the mountain lodge; the leaves of mountain cranberries; a mountain goat"

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A difficult task or challenge.

Examples :

"Learning a new language presented a mountain of challenges. "

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A woman's large breast.

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The twenty-first Lenormand card.

Examples :

"The challenges in renovating the old house felt like climbing mountains, but we persevered. "

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Wine made from grapes that grow on a mountain.

Examples :

"We enjoyed a glass of mountains after our hike, its flavor as robust as the slopes where the grapes grew. "

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