Meaning of the word slope in English

What does slope mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

slope

US /sloʊp/

UK /sləʊp/

a surface of which one end or side is at a higher level than another; a rising or falling surface

Example:

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The house is built on a steep slope.

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We walked up the gentle slope of the hill.

Synonym:

incline gradient pitch slant tilt

to lie or lean at an angle; to have a slope

Example:

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The ground slopes gently down to the river.

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The roof slopes at a 45-degree angle.

Synonym:

incline slant tilt lean pitch

Related Word:

bunny slope dry ski slope