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   mount

   /maʊnt/

   verb

   • 1. climb up (stairs, a hill, or other rising surface): "he mounted the steps" Similar go upascendclimbclimb upscaleclamber upmake one's way upmove upOpposite descend
   • ▪ climb or move up on to (a raised surface): "the master of ceremonies mounted the platform" Similar climb on tojump on toclamber on toget on toboardstep aboard
   • ▪ get up on (an animal or bicycle) in order to ride it: "he mounted the horse" Similar get astridestraddleget on the back ofbestrideget on tohop on to
   • ▪ set (someone) on horseback; provide with a horse: "she was mounted on a white horse" Similar get astridestraddleget on the back ofbestrideget on tohop on to
   • ▪ (of a male mammal or bird) assume a position on top of (a female) in order to copulate: "a female was immediately mounted by the cat"
   • 2. organize and initiate (a campaign or other course of action): "the company had successfully mounted takeover bids" Similar organizestagepreparearrangeset upproduceget uplaunchset in motionput in placeinitiate
   • ▪ establish; set up: "security forces mounted check points at every key road"
   • ▪ produce (a play, exhibition, or other artistic event) for public viewing: "the museum is mounting an exhibition of sixteenth-century drawings" Similar put on displaydisplayexhibitpresentput in placeinstallorganizeput onstageprepare
   • 3. grow larger or more numerous: "the costs mount up when you buy a home" Similar increasegrowriseescalatesoarspiralleap upshoot uprocketclimbaccumulateaccruepile upbuild upmultiplyintensifyswellliterary:waxOpposite decreasediminish
   • ▪ (of a feeling) become stronger or more intense: "his anxiety mounted as messages were left unanswered"
   • ▪ (of blood) rise visibly into the cheeks: "feeling the blush mount in her cheeks, she looked down quickly"
   • 4. place or fix (an object) on a support: "fluorescent lights are mounted on the ceiling" Similar installplacefixseterectput upattachput in positionsecure
   • ▪ set in or attach to a backing or setting: "the photographs will be mounted and framed" Similar installplacefixseterectput upattachput in positionsecure
   • ▪ fix (an object for viewing) on a microscope slide.
   • ▪ make (a disk or disk drive) available for use: "there is a limit to the number of hard disks you can have mounted"

   noun

   • 1. a backing or setting on which a photograph, gem, or work of art is set for display: "a decorated photograph mount" Similar settingbackingsupportmountingfixtureframestandbase
   • ▪ a glass microscope slide for securing a specimen to be viewed.
   • ▪ a stamp hinge.
   • 2. a support for a gun, camera, or similar piece of equipment: "heavy cannon were torn from their mounts"
   • 3. a horse that is ridden or is available for riding: "he hung on to his mount's bridle" Similar horsearchaic:steed
   • ▪ an opportunity to ride a horse, especially as a jockey: "the jockey's injuries forced him to give up the coveted mount on Cool Ground"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French munter, based on Latin mons, mont- ‘mountain’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. mountable adjective
   • 2. mounter noun

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   Is Mount a mountain or a range?

   • The term “mount” is typically used when discussing individual mountains rather than mountain ranges. In the naming of mountains, the word “mount” is often added either before or after the unique term. For instance, we have Mount Everest, Mount Rushmore, and Mount Tai.

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   What is the difference between mountain and mountain?

   • On the other hand, “mount” or “Mount” is used when we are talking about a specific mountain, one that is named or has a particular identity. For example, we say Mount Everest or Mount Kilimanjaro, not Mountain Everest or Mountain Kilimanjaro. The term “mount” is typically used when discussing individual mountains rather than mountain ranges.

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   Why do we use “Mount” instead of “mountain” when referring to peaks?

   • In conclusion, the use of “mount” instead of “mountain” when referring to specific peaks helps differentiate individual mountains from mountain ranges or general elevated landforms. This linguistic distinction allows for more precise and accurate discussions about specific geographical features.

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   How do you name a mountain?

   • In the naming of mountains, the word “mount” is often added either before or after the unique term. For instance, we have Mount Everest, Mount Rushmore, and Mount Tai. This naming convention is similar to how we name rivers and lakes, where the word “river” or “lake” is added before or after the specific name.

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   Jun 24, 2024 · Mountain is a common noun that refers to a large landform that rises high above its surroundings. It is a general term used to describe any elevated area with steep sides and a defined summit. On the other hand, “mount” or “Mount” is used when we are talking about a specific mountain, one that is named or has a particular identity.

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   2 days ago · Mount Everest, mountain on the crest of the Great Himalayas of southern Asia that lies on the border between Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, at 27°59′ N 86°56′ E. Reaching an elevation of 29,032 feet (8,849 metres), Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world.

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   Jun 23, 2024 · When it comes to geography, the term “mount” refers to a mass of earth or rock that rises considerably above the surrounding land. It is often used in place of “mountain” when preceding a proper name, such as Mount Washington. However, in other contexts, “mountain” remains the usual word.

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   1 day ago · The Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a national memorial centered on a colossal sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore (Lakota: Tȟuŋkášila Šákpe, or Six Grandfathers) in the Black Hills near Keystone, South Dakota, United States.

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   Jul 9, 2024 · Mount Everest is the highest mountain on Earth. Mount Everest is in the Himalayas, a tall mountain range in Asia. It is about 8,848 metres (29,029 feet) high. Mount Everest is on the line between two countries: Nepal and China. The top of the mountain is in the "death zone" where the air is too thin for a human to live.

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   1 day ago · An alp refers to a high mountain pasture, typically near or above the tree line, where cows and other livestock are taken to be grazed during the summer months and where huts and hay barns can be found, sometimes constituting tiny hamlets.

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   6 days ago · Himalayas, great mountain system of Asia forming a barrier between the Plateau of Tibet to the north and the alluvial plains of the Indian subcontinent to the south. The Himalayas include the highest peaks in the world, most notably Mount Everest. Learn more about the mountain system.