noun
upland
Upland (noun) means the area in the interior of a country with a generally higher elevation.
noun
1
The area in the interior of a country with a generally higher elevation.
2
The country, as contrasted with the town.
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Etymology
From Middle English upland, from Old English ūpland (“the country”); equivalent to up- + land. The word as an adjective developed in Middle English.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of upland?
"upland" (noun) means the area in the interior of a country with a generally higher elevation.
What are the different meanings of upland?
"upland" has 2 main meanings: 1. The area in the interior of a country with a generally higher elevation; 2. The country, as contrasted with the town.