Height

/haɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The measurement of someone or something from head to foot or from base to top.
The height of the building is over 200 meters.
The distance of something above a given level, especially sea level.
They climbed to a height of 3000 feet.
The condition of being tall or high.
Her height gives her a unique advantage in basketball.
An extreme or intense degree (often used metaphorically).
He reached the height of his career when he became the CEO.

Etymology

Middle English 'heighth', from Old English 'hēahþ', related to 'high'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at a great height:
referring to something being very high above the ground.
height of fashion:
the most stylish or fashionable state.
heights of arrogance:
extreme levels of arrogance or pride.

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Slang Meanings

Height give you a better view.
Living on the penthouse gives me some serious height!
Reaching great heights means achieving significant success.
He's really reaching new heights in his career!