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plateau.

A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈplætəʊ/UK/plæˈtoʊ/US
  1. A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

  2. A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. (of a varying quantity)

  3. An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.

    dated
  4. A notable level of attainment or achievement.

  5. Any of several distinct, dose-dependent stages of a dextromethorphan trip.

Where this word comes from

Borrowed from French plateau, diminutive of plat (“a plate”); see plate. Doublet of platter.

verb/ˈplætəʊ/UK/plæˈtoʊ/US
  1. To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.

    intransitive
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from French plateau, diminutive of plat (“a plate”); see plate. Doublet of platter.

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