elevation

US /ˌɛləˈveʃən/

UK /ˌelɪˈveɪʃn/

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noun

  • Shortened form of elevation, referring to height above a reference point.
  • Height of a place
  • A drawing or diagram of an object as seen from the front or side.
  • The height above a given level, especially sea level.
  • The action or fact of raising or being raised to a higher or more important level, state, or position.