Definition

Noun: The side or slope of a mountain; the inclined surface of a mountain, as opposed to its peak or base.

Usage

The word "mountainside" is used to describe the specific area of a mountain's flank or slope. It is a singular, countable noun. It is typically used to indicate location or to describe features on this part of the mountain.

Examples

• The village was built on a steep mountainside.
• We saw a herd of goats grazing on the rocky mountainside.
• The avalanche swept down the mountainside.
• A small cabin clings to the mountainside.

Advanced Usage

• "the mountainside of": Used to specify which mountain's side is being discussed.
  • They are studying the unique flora on the mountainside of Mount Rainier.

Variants and Related Words

• Versant (noun): A less common, more technical synonym for mountainside, especially denoting the side of a mountain or range sloping in a particular direction.
  • The eastern versant receives more rainfall.
• Hillside (noun): The side or slope of a hill.
• Slope (noun): A more general term for any inclined surface of ground.

Synonyms

• Slope
• Flank
• Incline
• Versant (technical)

Antonyms

• Peak
• Summit
• Base
• Valley floor

Related Phrases

• On the mountainside: Describing the location of something.
  • The rescue team found the hikers on the mountainside.
• Down the mountainside: Describing movement or direction.
  • The skier raced down the mountainside.

Noun

1. the side or slope of a mountain
   • conifer forests cover the eastern versant