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landslide

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Noun — A sudden collapse and downhill movement of a mass of soil, rock, and debris.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

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How to use landslide

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Etymology

From land + slide.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “landslide” mean?

The word “landslide” means a sudden collapse and downhill movement of a mass of soil, rock, and debris. In plain terms, either a mass of earth sliding down a slope, or a huge, one-sided election win.

How do you pronounce “landslide”?

“Landslide” is pronounced LAN-slyd (/ˈlæn(d).slaɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “landslide” in a sentence?

Here is “landslide” used in a sentence: “Heavy rain triggered a landslide that blocked the mountain road.”

What part of speech is “landslide”?

“Landslide” is a noun.

Is “landslide” a common word?

“Landslide” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “landslide” have?

“Landslide” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden collapse and downhill movement of a mass of soil, rock, and debris.

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