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Hummock: meaning, definitions and examples

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hummock

 

[ ˈhʌm.ək ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geographical feature

A hummock is a small knoll or mound found on the surface of the Earth. It often represents a slight elevation in the terrain and can be formed by various geological processes, including erosion and deposition. Hummocks can be found in many environments, including forests, tundras, and marshes.

Synonyms

elevation, hillock, knoll, mound, rise

Examples of usage

  • The hikers rested on a hummock during their trek.
  • The landscape was dotted with hummocks and small hills.
  • Hummocks provide unique habitats for various wildlife.
  • They discovered a family of rabbits living in a nearby hummock.

Translations

Translations of the word "hummock" in other languages:

🇵🇹 morro

🇮🇳 उचाई

🇩🇪 Hügel

🇮🇩 gundukan

🇺🇦 горб

🇵🇱 wzgórze

🇯🇵 小山

🇫🇷 butte

🇪🇸 montículo

🇹🇷 tümsek

🇰🇷 언덕

🇸🇦 تل

🇨🇿 hrb

🇸🇰 hrb

🇨🇳 小山

🇸🇮 hrib

🇮🇸 hæð

🇰🇿 шоқы

🇬🇪 ბორცვი

🇦🇿 təpə

🇲🇽 morro

Etymology

The word 'hummock' has its origins in Middle English and is derived from the Old Norse term 'hummokr,' which means a small hill or mound. The term has been in use since the 14th century, reflecting the geographical features found in various natural landscapes. Its usage evolved in English to describe not just hills but also the irregularities in a flat terrain. Hummocks are often associated with wetlands and other ecological areas, where they play important roles in both habitat diversity and landscape stabilization. The word signifies not only a physical feature but also reflects the relationship between the environment and the organisms that inhabit it.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,898 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.