Hillock

usgb/ˈhɪlək/
noun

A small hill or mound.

He sat down on a small hillock to enjoy the view of the countryside.
Visual representation of "hillock" - A small hill or mound

Often appears as...

  • grassy hillock
  • small hillock
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Visual representation of "hillock"
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Natural Landscapes

Hillock often describes natural, undisturbed land, not artificial mounds.

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Children played hide and seek, darting between trees on the hillock.
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Size Perspective

Hillocks are larger than bumps but much smaller than mountains.

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A hillock rose gently from the plain, a perfect spot for our picnic.
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Not Urban

Hillocks are usually found in rural settings, unlike skyscrapers in cities.

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From the top of the hillock, the rural village looked serene.
Visual representation of the word "Hillock"

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