Escarpment

Pronunciation: /ɪˈskɑːrp.mənt/

Definitions of escarpment

noun a long, steep slope, especially one at the edge of a plateau or separating areas of land at different heights

Example Sentences

A1 The escarpment was a steep slope of rock.

A2 The hikers carefully navigated the escarpment to reach the summit.

B1 The escarpment provided a stunning view of the valley below.

B2 Geologists studied the escarpment to understand the geological history of the region.

C1 The escarpment was formed millions of years ago through tectonic activity.

C2 The sheer drop of the escarpment was both awe-inspiring and intimidating.

Examples of escarpment in a Sentence

formal The geologists studied the escarpment to understand the geological history of the area.

informal We hiked up the escarpment for a great view of the valley below.

slang Let's go check out that sick escarpment for some awesome photos.

figurative The challenges she faced in her career were like climbing a steep escarpment, but she never gave up.

Grammatical Forms of escarpment

• plural: escarpments
• comparative: more escarpment
• superlative: most escarpment
• present tense: escarpment
• future tense: will escarpment
• perfect tense: have escarpmented
• continuous tense: is escarpmenting
• singular: escarpment
• positive degree: escarpment
• infinitive: to escarpment
• gerund: escarpmenting
• participle: escarpmented

Origin and Evolution of escarpment

First Known Use: 1802 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'escarpment' originated from the French word 'escarpement' which comes from the Italian word 'scarpa' meaning 'slope'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a military context to refer to a steep slope or cliff that acts as a defensive barrier, the term 'escarpment' has evolved to also describe geological formations such as cliffs or steep slopes created by erosion or faulting.