A headlanda narrow area of land that extends into the sea is a piece of land that sticks out from the coastthe land along the edge of an ocean or sea, often high or rocky. People usually use the word for a point of land juttingprojecting outward from a surface or line into the sea.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈhɛdˌlænd/
Easy pronunciation: HED-land (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the first syllable.
Geographical sense: a high or rocky point of land jutting out into the sea.
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Headland Meaning
a high or rocky point of land sticking out into the sea
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a natural elevation, especially a rocky one, that juts out into the sea
Example: We walked along the cliff until we reached the headland overlooking the bay.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- promontory — A strong synonym for a raised piece of land jutting into the sea.
- foreland — Can work as a synonym in geographical use, though it is less common.
- head — Used in some geographic names and contexts, but it is less precise and more limited than headland.
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Headland Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- promontory
- foreland
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse headland with 'head' in its body-part meaning.
- A headland is land by the coast, not any hill or elevated area inland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does headland mean?
A headland is a high or rocky piece of land that extends out into the sea.
What are common synonyms for headland?
Promontory is the closest everyday synonym. Foreland can also be used in geographical contexts.
Is headland the same as cliff?
Not exactly. A headland is a point of land projecting into the sea; it may include cliffs, but it is not the same as a cliff.
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