highland

• 指与苏格兰高地有关的；描述该地区特有的事物。

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.

   高地的

   • 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.

   同义词alpinemontaneupland

   反义词lowland

2. Cultural or traditionalB2formalbritish

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

   苏格兰高地文化的

   • 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.

• 指地势较高或多山的地区，通常地形崎岖、气候较凉爽。

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.

   高地

   • 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.

   同义词high groundplateauridgetablelandupland

   反义词lowlandplainvalley

2. Geographic regionB1formalbritish

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

   高地

   • 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.

   同义词high countryplateautableland