headland

noun
UK: /ˈhedlənd/
US: /ˈhedlænd/

  1. A piece of land that sticks out into the sea or a lake.

    1. The headland provides great views of the coast.
    2. We hiked along the headland, enjoying the ocean breeze and observing the diverse marine life below.

Synonyms

cape promontory point

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "headland" is /ˈhedlənd/ in British English and /ˈhedlænd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "headland": cape, promontory, point.

Example usage of "headland": "The headland provides great views of the coast.". More examples on the page.