Geographical Landforms

noun a tract of open, peaty, wasteland, often overgrown with heath, common in high latitudes and altitudes where drainage is poor; heath

verb to secure a boat by attaching it to a fixed object or tying it up

• The moor was vast and desolate, stretching as far as the eye could see.
• Let's take a hike on the moor this weekend, it's so peaceful out there.
• I heard some kids were partying on the moor last night, it's a popular spot for that.
• His mind was like a dark and foggy moor, filled with uncertainty and confusion.

noun an area of relatively level high ground

• The plateau is a flat-topped mountain usually found in arid regions.
• Let's go for a hike up that plateau over there.
• I'm tired of plateauing in my workout progress.
• After years of hard work, her career finally reached a plateau.

noun a system of dikes and sluices used to drain marshy lands in Acadian regions

• The aboiteaux system is essential for managing water levels in the Acadian dykelands.
• Make sure to keep the aboiteaux clear of debris so the water can flow properly.
• I heard they're fixing up the aboiteaux down by the river.
• The aboiteaux act like a natural drainage system, preventing flooding in the low-lying areas.