Definition

Proper noun * Mount Ararat: The specific mountain peak where, according to the biblical narrative, Noah's Ark came to rest after the Great Flood. It is a significant geographical and religious symbol.

Usage

• Mount Ararat is used as a proper noun to refer to the specific mountain. It is typically preceded by "Mount" or "Mt." and is not used with articles like "a" or "the" when referring to the peak itself.
  • According to the Book of Genesis, Noah's Ark settled upon Mount Ararat.
  • The snow-capped summit of Mt. Ararat is a prominent landmark.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically or allusively to symbolize a place of refuge, salvation, or a new beginning, drawing directly from its biblical significance.
  • After the corporate crisis, the new CEO's plan was seen as the company's Mount Ararat—a solid foundation from which to rebuild.

Variants and Related Words

• Ararat: Often used interchangeably to refer to the same mountain or the broader mountainous region.
  • The ancient kingdom of Urartu was located in the region of Ararat.
• Agri Dağı: The Turkish name for the mountain.

Synonyms

• Noah's landing place: A descriptive synonym referencing its biblical role.
• (The) Biblical peak: A general reference highlighting its scriptural importance.

Notes on Meaning

• Geographical vs. Theological: In modern contexts, "Mount Ararat" primarily identifies a specific physical mountain in eastern Turkey. Its defining characteristic and global recognition, however, are inextricably linked to its role in the Abrahamic religious traditions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam).
• Historical References: The name appears in historical and archaeological texts related to the ancient region of Urartu (Ararat).

Noun

1. the mountain peak that Noah's ark landed on as the waters of the great flood receded