Headland

Headland

British (and nautical) term for coastal promontory.

Example Sentences

"head"

Etymology & History

British coastal promontory. British geographical terminology. Cliff headland British coast. Beachy Head British famous example. Reflects British coastal landscape vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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