Definition

Proper noun: - A specific mountain peak: Mount Wilson is the name of a prominent summit located within the San Juan Mountains range in the U.S. state of Colorado. It is notable for its elevation of 14,246 feet (4,342 meters).

Usage Notes

"Mount Wilson" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this geographic feature. It is typically used in contexts related to geography, hiking, mountaineering, and the natural features of Colorado.

Examples of Usage

• As a subject or object:
  • Mount Wilson is one of Colorado's famous fourteeners.
  • The trail to the summit of Mount Wilson is challenging.
  • They planned an expedition to climb Mount Wilson.

Advanced Usage

• In geographic or scientific context: The name is used precisely to identify this peak within the San Juan range, often in contrast to other peaks named "Wilson" or other "Mount Wilson" locations.
  • The geologic survey focused on the granite formations of Mount Wilson.

Variants and Related Words

• Wilson Peak: A separate, distinct fourteener peak also located in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado.
• Mount: A common word preceding the specific name of a mountain (e.g., Mount Everest, Mount Rainier).

Synonyms

• Summit: A general term for the highest point of a mountain.
• Peak: A general term for the pointed top of a mountain.
• Fourteener: A term used specifically for mountains in Colorado exceeding 14,000 feet in elevation; Mount Wilson is classified as a fourteener.

Related Phrases

• San Juan Mountains: The mountain range in southwestern Colorado where Mount Wilson is located.
• Colorado fourteeners: The group of mountains in Colorado over 14,000 feet, which includes Mount Wilson.

Noun

1. a peak in the San Juan mountains of Colorado (14,246 feet high)