plateau

Betekenis (Engels)

Noun

1. A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.
2. A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. (of a varying quantity)
3. An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.
4. A notable level of attainment or achievement.
5. Any of several distinct, dose-dependent stages of a dextromethorphan trip.

Verb

(of a varying quantity) To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.

Concepten

plateau

hoogvlakte

plat

bordes

blad

hoogland

bovenland

presenteerblad

stilstand

trapportaal

Uitgesproken als (IPA)

/ˈplætəʊ/

Etymologie (Engels)

Borrowed from French plateau, diminutive of plat (“a plate”); see plate. Doublet of platter.