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uplands
[/ˈʌpləndz/]
noun
pl: N/A (already plural form)
terras altas
1.
areas of high or hilly land; elevated regions of a country
The uplands of Scotland are known for their rugged beauty.
As terras altas da Escócia são conhecidas por sua beleza selvagem.
2.
inland areas away from coasts or river valleys
Farmers in the uplands face harsher weather conditions.
Os agricultores nas terras altas enfrentam condições climáticas mais severas.
Synonyms
highlands
elevated regions
hilly areas
plateaus
high country
Antonyms
lowlands
valleys
plains
flats
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
terras altas
standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
terras altas
common usage
São Paulo
terras altas
common usage
Portugal
terras altas
standard term; also 'planaltos' for larger elevated regions
Related Idioms & Phrases
in the uplands
upland farming
upland areas
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