Hilltop

/ˈhɪltɒp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The summit or top of a hill.

We reached the hilltop just in time to see the sunset.

A high point or elevated area on a hill.

The village is located on the hilltop, providing stunning views of the valley below.

A place that is notably high or elevated in a geographical context.

They decided to build their house on the hilltop to avoid flooding during the rainy season.

A scenic or strategic location that offers a vantage point.

The fort was built at the hilltop to give soldiers a better view of the surrounding area.

The word 'hilltop' is a compound of 'hill' and 'top', with 'hill' derived from Old English 'hyll' and 'top' from Old English 'topp'.

on top of the hill

In a position of advantage or prominence.

hilltop view

A scenic perspective from the highest point of a hill.

mountain

A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

ridge

A long, narrow hilltop or a mountain range.

The top of a social or competitive hierarchy.

They were at the hilltop of their careers after winning the championship.

A place or state of peak experience or excitement.

The party was at a hilltop, everyone was having a blast!