noun a small hill or mound of earth
A small hill or mound of earth, sand, or ice that has been pushed up by a glacier or formed by erosion.
A small clump or mound of vegetation, such as moss or grass.
A small raised area of land in a wet or marshy area, often supporting unique plant and animal species.
A small hill or mound of earth in a flat or low-lying area.
In the field of environmental writing, a writer may describe the unique formations of hummocks in a marshland ecosystem.
Geologists may study hummocks as part of their research on glacial landforms and processes.
Biologists studying wetland ecosystems may investigate the role of hummocks in providing habitat for certain plant and animal species.
Ecologists may analyze the impact of hummocks on nutrient cycling and biodiversity within a given ecosystem.