Upland: meaning, definitions and examples

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upland

[ ˈʌplənd ]

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geography

An area of high or hilly land, especially in contrast to a valley or low-lying area.

Synonyms

highland, hill country, plateau

Examples of usage

The village was nestled in the upland, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Shepherd's often graze their sheep on the uplands during the summer months.

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geography

Relating to or characteristic of uplands.

Synonyms

highland, hill country, plateau

Examples of usage

The upland region is known for its rugged beauty and diverse wildlife.
The upland climate tends to be cooler and wetter than lowland areas.

Translations

Translations of the word "upland" in other languages:

🇵🇹 terreno alto

🇮🇳 ऊंचाई वाली भूमि

🇩🇪 Hochland

🇮🇩 dataran tinggi

🇺🇦 височина

🇵🇱 wyżyna

🇯🇵 高地 (こうち)

🇫🇷 terre haute

🇪🇸 tierra alta

🇹🇷 yüksek arazi

🇰🇷 고지대

🇸🇦 أرض مرتفعة

🇨🇿 vysočina

🇸🇰 vysočina

🇨🇳 高地 (gāodì)

🇸🇮 višavje

🇮🇸 hálendi

🇰🇿 жоғары жер

🇬🇪 მაღალმთიანი

🇦🇿 yüksək ərazi

🇲🇽 tierra alta

Word origin

The word 'upland' has Old English origins, with 'up' meaning 'up' or 'above' and 'land' referring to the earth or ground. The term has been used for centuries to describe elevated areas of land, often distinguished by their higher elevation compared to surrounding lowlands. Uplands can vary in terrain and vegetation, offering unique habitats for various plant and animal species.