knoll
/noul/
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Definition
Noun A small, rounded hill or mound of earth; a natural elevation of land that is lower and less steep than a typical hill.
Examples
- We had a picnic on the grassy knoll overlooking the valley.
- The farm was situated on a gentle knoll, providing good views of the surrounding fields.
- From the top of the knoll, you could see the entire village.
Advanced Usage
- Literary/Descriptive Use: Often used in literary or descriptive contexts to evoke a picturesque, pastoral, or historical landscape.
- The ancient oak stood alone on the windswept knoll.
Variants and Related Words
- Hillock (noun): A very similar term, essentially a synonym for a small hill.
- Mound (noun): Can be a synonym for a small hill, but often implies something more artificial or specifically raised.
Synonyms
- Hillock
- Mound
- Rise
- Hump
Antonyms
- Valley
- Hollow
- Depression
- Dale
Noun
- a small natural hill