MOUND

Mound

A mound is a general term for an artificial heaped pile of earth, gravel, sand, rocks, or debris. The most common use is in reference to natural earthen formation such as hills and mountains, particularly if they appear artificial. The term may also be applied to any rounded area of topographically higher elevation on any surface. Artificial mounds have been created for a variety of reasons throughout history, including ceremonial, burial, and commemorative purposes .

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mound

Noun

  1. A hand.
  2. A protection; restraint; curb.
  3. A helmet.
  4. Might; size.
  5. An artificial hill or elevation of earth; a raised bank; an embankment thrown up for defense; a bulwark; a rampart.
  6. A natural elevation appearing as if thrown up artificially; a regular and isolated hill, hillock, or knoll.
  7. Elevated area of dirt upon which the pitcher stands to pitch.
  8. A ball or globe forming part of the regalia of an emperor or other sovereign. It is encircled with bands, enriched with precious stones, and surmounted with a cross.
  9. Vulva.

Verb

  1. To fortify with a mound; add a barrier, rampart, etc. to.
  2. To force or pile into a mound or mounds.
    He mounded up his mashed potatoes so they left more space on the plate for the meat.


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