highland

• Relativo às Terras Altas da Escócia; que descreve algo típico dessa região montanhosa.

Relating to the Highlands of Scotland; describing something characteristic of that region.

1. Relating to highlandsB1formalbritish

   Of or relating to a region of high land, especially the Scottish Highlands.

   Montanhês

   • The highland landscape is rugged and beautiful.
   • They visited a highland village during their trip to Scotland.
   • Highland cattle are known for their long horns and shaggy coats.

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   Antônimoslowland

2. Cultural or traditionalB2formalbritish

   Associated with the culture, traditions, or people of the Scottish Highlands.

   Cultural ou tradicional

   • The highland games feature events like caber tossing and bagpipe competitions.
   • She wore a highland tartan scarf to the festival.
   • Highland dancing is a popular traditional art form.

• Substantivo que designa uma região elevada ou montanhosa da terra, frequentemente caracterizada por terreno acidentado e clima mais frio.

A noun referring to an elevated or mountainous region of land, often characterized by rugged terrain and cooler climate.

1. Elevated regionB1formal

   An area of high land, typically with mountains or hills.

   Planalto

   • The Scottish highlands are famous for their rugged beauty.
   • They traveled to the highlands to escape the summer heat.
   • The highlands receive more rainfall than the lowlands.

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   Antônimoslowlandplainvalley

2. Geographic regionB1formalbritish

   A specific elevated area, often used as a proper noun for regions like the Scottish Highlands.

   Planalto

   • She grew up in the highlands of Scotland.
   • The highlands are home to many rare species of birds.
   • Tourists flock to the highlands for hiking and sightseeing.

   Sinônimoshigh countryplateautableland