English Explanatory Dictionary

lowland

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas.
adj
  1. Relating to the Lowlands of Scotland.
name
  1. An unincorporated community in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-lowland.wav

Word forms

lowland lowlands

Etymology

From low + land.

Synonyms

bottomland bottomlands alluvial plain floodplain slough bayou marsh bog fen moor morass

Antonyms

highland highlands upland uplands upcountry

Related words

netherlands Highland

Derived words

lowlander lowland paca Lowlands Lowland Scots Richmond Lowlands St Minver Lowlands
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