mound

B2
Pronunciation
/maสŠnd/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

An artificial hill or elevation of earth; a raised bank; an embankment thrown up for defense

Synonyms
bulwark rampart
2 Definition

A natural elevation appearing as if thrown up artificially; a regular and isolated hill, hillock, or knoll.

3 Definition

Elevated area of dirt upon which the pitcher stands to pitch.

4 Definition

A ball or globe forming part of the regalia of an emperor or other sovereign. It is encircled with bands, enriched with precious stones, and surmounted with a cross.

5 Definition

The mons veneris.

6 Definition

(measurement) A hand.

7 Definition

A protection; restraint; curb.

8 Definition

A helmet.

9 Definition

Might; size.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To fortify with a mound; add a barrier, rampart, etc. to.

2 Definition

To force or pile into a mound or mounds.

Example Sentences
  • He mounded up his mashed potatoes so they left more space on the plate for the meat.