Mesa

Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪsə/

Definitions of mesa

noun a land formation with a flat top and sides that are usually steep cliffs

Example Sentences

A1 I ate lunch at a mesa.

A2 The mesa in the desert was a perfect spot for a picnic.

B1 The geologists studied the formation of the mesa in great detail.

B2 The mesa provided a stunning view of the surrounding landscape.

C1 The mesa was a prominent feature in the region's topography.

C2 The ancient pueblo people built their homes on top of the mesa for protection.

Examples of mesa in a Sentence

formal The conference room was equipped with a large mesa for the attendees to gather around.

informal Let's grab a seat at the mesa over there and chat for a bit.

slang I love having breakfast at the mesa in the kitchen every morning.

figurative The mesa of knowledge provided a solid foundation for the students to build upon.

Grammatical Forms of mesa

• past tense: used
• plural: mesas
• comparative: more mesa
• superlative: most mesa
• present tense: use
• future tense: will use
• perfect tense: have used
• continuous tense: is using
• singular: mesa
• positive degree: mesa
• infinitive: to use
• gerund: using
• participle: used

Origin and Evolution of mesa

First Known Use: 1840 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'mesa' originated from Spanish, which borrowed it from the Latin word 'mensa' meaning table.

Evolution of the word: The word 'mesa' has retained its original meaning of a flat-topped hill or mountain over time, with variations in pronunciation and spelling in different languages.