Meaning of the word slopes in English

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

slopes

US /sloʊps/
UK /sləʊps/

Noun

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

Example:
The house was built on a gentle slope.
We skied down the snowy slopes.

Verb

to have or take a sloping direction or position; incline

Example:
The ground slopes gently towards the river.
The roof slopes at a steep angle.