1
: of or relating to a highland
2
capitalized
: of or relating to the Highlands of Scotland
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Noun
there are permanent glaciers in the cool, humid highlands of the Pacific Northwest
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Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
The end result is comparable to something shot on location in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, but at a significantly lower cost.
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The Economist, 26 May 2020
Under four miles, the easy trail rings a highland lake that reflects the steep and treeless mountains surrounding it.
—Elaine Glusac, New York Times, 27 Feb. 2020
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Noun
The Andean highlands provide temperate climates and breathtaking scenery, while beach lovers can enjoy the warmth of Manta.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
The end result is comparable to something shot on location in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, but at a significantly lower cost.
AdWaken.ai’s mission is to use AI to amplify its team’s capabilities, creating campaigns and high-conversion websites that grow brands and get audiences to take action.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 3 Nov. 2024
Adjective
The highland town is surrounded by lush countryside in northern Sulawesi, home to the Minahasa people and an amazing diversity of wildlife.
—The Economist, 26 May 2020
Under four miles, the easy trail rings a highland lake that reflects the steep and treeless mountains surrounding it.
—Elaine Glusac, New York Times, 27 Feb. 2020
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“Highland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/highland. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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highland
1 of 2 noun
high·land
ˈhī-lənd 
: elevated or mountainous land
highland
2 of 2 adjective1
: of or relating to a highland
2
capitalized
: of or relating to the Highlands of Scotland
Geographical Definition
Highland
geographical name
High·land
ˈhī-lənd
1
city in southeastern California east of San Bernardino population 53,104
2
town in northwestern Indiana south of Hammond population 23,727
3
administrative area of northern Scotland bordering the North Sea and the Atlantic area 9806 square miles (25,398 square kilometers), population 232,132
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