Meaning of the word butte in English

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butte

US /bjuːt/

UK /bjuːt/

an isolated hill or mountain with steep sides and a flat top (similar to a mesa but smaller)

Example:

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The lone butte stood prominently on the vast plain.

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We hiked to the top of the butte for a panoramic view.

Synonym:

mesa hill peak knob mound

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