plateau

Meaning

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.

Concepts

plateau

tableland

highland

upland

mesa

mountain

plain

tray

eminence

table-land

upland region

elevated plain

hill

uplands

plate

stage

heights

high ground

interval

period

oceanic plateau

plat

flat

flation

continental plateau

upland plain

moorland

farmland

llano

open field

savanna

elevation

height

altiplano

high plain

paramo

table land

peak

landing

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈplætəʊ/

Etymology

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