highland

noun
UK: /ˈhaɪ.lənd/
US: /ˈhaɪ.lənd/

  1. An area of high or mountainous land.

    1. The highland views are just beautiful and breathtaking.
    2. We drove through the highland region, enjoying the scenic landscapes and fresh air.

Synonyms

upland
highland adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a highland region.

    1. We enjoyed the highland weather, despite the occasional rain.
    2. The highland traditions are still alive in the remote Scottish villages.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "highland" is /ˈhaɪ.lənd/ in British English and /ˈhaɪ.lənd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "highland": upland.

Example usage of "highland": "The highland views are just beautiful and breathtaking.". More examples on the page.