noun an area of high or hilly land
adjective relating to or characteristic of high or hilly land
Upland development refers to construction and infrastructure projects in elevated areas.
Upland ecosystems are unique habitats found at higher elevations.
Upland regions refer to elevated areas of land, usually higher than the surrounding areas.
Upland farming involves cultivating crops or raising livestock in high-altitude areas.
Upland tourism involves activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and skiing in high-altitude locations.
In the context of a writer, 'upland' may be used to describe a setting or landscape in a story, such as an upland meadow or upland forest.
Geologists may use 'upland' to refer to elevated areas of land, often in contrast to lowland areas, when studying the earth's surface.
Environmental scientists may use 'upland' to describe areas that are higher in elevation and potentially more sensitive to environmental changes, such as upland watersheds.
Agriculturalists may refer to upland farming, which involves cultivating crops on higher ground, often facing different challenges than lowland farming.