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Meaning of the word elevation in English

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elevation

US /ˌel.əˈveɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌel.əˈveɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the height of a place above sea level

Example:
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The city is at an elevation of 500 meters.
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High elevation can cause altitude sickness.
Synonym:
altitudeheightlevel
2.

the act of raising or lifting something up

Example:
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The elevation of the bridge allowed larger ships to pass.
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He achieved his elevation to a higher rank.
Synonym:
liftingraisingpromotionadvancement
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elevatorelevateelevator pitch