Mount

/maʊnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A supporting frame or structure on which something is mounted.

The camera was securely fastened to the mount on his helmet.

An act of climbing or rising, often referring to a mountain.

Their mount of Everest was documented in a best-selling book.

A horse, especially one used for riding.

He picked a strong mount for the long journey ahead.

verb

To rise up or be placed on a support or foundation.

She decided to mount the picture on the wall.

To get up on (a horse, bicycle, etc.) for riding or use.

He mounted the horse with ease.

To make a successful attack or assault on; to climb.

The soldiers will mount an offensive at dawn.

To prepare and arrange (a production, display, etc.).

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.

To engage in a physical or sexual encounter.

They really mounted during the party.

To accumulate or gather, often in a dramatic way.

The bills started to mount after the holidays.