noun
headland
Headland (noun) means Coastal land that juts into the sea.
noun
1
Coastal land that juts into the sea.
2
The unplowed boundary of a field.
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Etymology
From Middle English hedelond, hedelonde, from Old English hēafodland, hafudland (“boundary, headland”), equivalent to head + land. Eclipsed non-native Middle English chevicir (“headland”), borrowed from Old French chevecier (“head piece”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of headland?
"headland" (noun) means coastal land that juts into the sea.
What are the different meanings of headland?
"headland" has 2 main meanings: 1. Coastal land that juts into the sea; 2. The unplowed boundary of a field.