Meaning & Definition of word "Mount"

Mount

/maʊnt/

1. A supporting frame or structure on which something is mounted.
- Example: The camera was securely fastened to the mount on his helmet.
2. An act of climbing or rising, often referring to a mountain.
- Example: Their mount of Everest was documented in a best-selling book.
3. A horse, especially one used for riding.
- Example: He picked a strong mount for the long journey ahead.

1. To rise up or be placed on a support or foundation.
- Example: She decided to mount the picture on the wall.
2. To get up on (a horse, bicycle, etc.) for riding or use.
- Example: He mounted the horse with ease.
3. To make a successful attack or assault on; to climb.
- Example: The soldiers will mount an offensive at dawn.
4. To prepare and arrange (a production, display, etc.).
- Example: They will mount an exhibition of local artists next month.

Middle English, from Old French 'monter', from Latin 'montare', from 'mons' meaning mountain.

mount up:

To increase in quantity or intensity.

mount a campaign:

To organize and launch a campaign, often political.

mount a defense:

To prepare and present a defense, often in legal contexts.

high and mighty:

Pretentiously self-important or arrogant; refers to a high 'mount.'

mountain:

A large elevation of the earth's surface; a natural elevation.

disembark:

To leave a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.

dismount:

To get off or descend from a mount or animal.

Meaning: To engage in a physical or sexual encounter.

Example Sentence: They really mounted during the party.

Meaning: To accumulate or gather, often in a dramatic way.

Example Sentence: The bills started to mount after the holidays.