What does lowland mean?
Lowland means An area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas..
Lowland
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
An area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas..
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: bottomland, bottomlands, alluvial plain, floodplain, slough, bayou, marsh, bog, fen, moor, morass
The lowland region was prone to flooding during the rainy season.
However, between Monrovia (6°20'N/10°46'W) and Buchanan (5°57'N/10°02'W) highlands approach to within 25 km of the coast. East of Buchanan the lowlands reach nearly 100 km inland, in the Cestos Valley, but narrow again to 30 km towards the eastern border.
Synonyms for lowland
Antonyms for lowland
Related Words
Word Forms
- lowlands
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lowland?
Common synonyms include bottomland, bottomlands, alluvial plain, floodplain.
What is the opposite of lowland?
Possible antonyms include highland, highlands, upland, uplands.
How do you use lowland in a sentence?
Near-synonyms: bottomland, bottomlands, alluvial plain, floodplain, slough, bayou, marsh, bog, fen, moor, morass
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