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headland

 

[ หˆhษ›dlษ™nd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geography

A narrow piece of land that projects from a coastline into the sea.

Synonyms

cape, point, promontory

Examples of usage

  • The ship sailed around the headland to reach the next bay.
  • We hiked to the top of the headland to enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean.
Context #2 | Noun

geography

A high point of land jutting out into a body of water.

Synonyms

bluff, cliff, peninsula

Examples of usage

  • The headland was a perfect spot for bird watching.
  • The lighthouse was built on the headland to guide ships safely.

Translations

Translations of the word "headland" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น promontรณrio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคพเคฏเคฆเฅเคตเฅ€เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Landspitze

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanah genting

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะธั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przylฤ…dek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฒฌ (misaki)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท promontoire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ promontorio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท burun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณถ (got)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑุฃุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mys

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mys

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฒฌ (jiวŽo)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรถfรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผาฏะนั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ—แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ burun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ promontorio

Etymology

The word 'headland' originated from the Old English word 'hฤ“afodland', which meant 'a piece of land at the top'. Headlands have been significant geographical features throughout history, serving as landmarks for navigation and offering strategic advantages in defense. They are often associated with rugged coastlines and stunning views of the sea.

See also: beheader, head, headache, headband, headbands, header, headgear, headhunter, heading, headline, headman, headmaster, headmistress, headpiece, headquarters, headrest, headscarf, headset, headshot, headsman, headstall, headstrong, headwear, headwind, headwrap, hothead, overhead.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,183, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.