Mound

usgb/maʊnd/
noun

A small, usually natural hill or pile of earth or stones.

We climbed to the top of the mound for a better view.
Visual representation of "mound" - A small, usually natural hill or pile of earth or stones.

Often appears as...

  • earth mound
  • burial mound
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Natural Formations

Mound often refers to natural elevations on the ground not as high as mountains.

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Children played king of the hill on the grassy mound.
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Historical Sites

Mounds can be historical, like ancient burial sites, so they're not just any pile of dirt.

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The guide told us the ancient burial mound was over a thousand years old.
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Cultural Significance

In some cultures, mounds are sacred or have special meanings attached to them.

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The mound in the village square commemorates a local hero.
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