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hillock

noun hill·ock \ˈhi-lək\

: a small hill

Full Definition of HILLOCK

: a small hill

— hill·ocky \-lə-kē\ adjective

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First Known Use of HILLOCK

14th century

Other Geology Terms

anthracite, boulder, cwm, erratic, igneous, intrusive, mesa, sedimentary, silt, swale

HILLOCKY Defined for Kids

hillock

noun hill·ock \ˈhi-lək\

Definition of HILLOCK for Kids

: a small hill

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hillock

noun hill·ock \ˈhil-ək\

Medical Definition of HILLOCK

: any small anatomical prominence or elevation—see axon hillock

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