Elevation

English word definition — powered by WordNet

NOUN

the event of something being raised upward

the highest level or degree attainable

angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

a raised or elevated geological formation

distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level)

(ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump

drawing of an exterior of a structure

the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something

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