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  • Mountain vs. Hill: What's the Difference? Definitions & Terminology
    A very large hill can be called a few things, depending on its size and features:

    General terms:

    * Mountain: This is the most common term for a very large hill, usually with a distinct peak and a significant elevation change.

    * Hill: Even very large hills can still be called hills, especially if they don't have the dramatic features of a mountain.

    * Butte: A steep-sided hill with a flat top.

    * Mesa: A flat-topped hill with steep sides, often larger than a butte.

    More specific terms:

    * Highland: A large area of elevated land, often with hills and mountains.

    * Plateau: A large, flat area of high ground, often with cliffs on one or more sides.

    * Moor: A large, open area of high ground, usually covered in heath and bogs.

    * Uplift: A geological term for a large area of land that has been raised by tectonic forces.

    The specific term you use will depend on the context and the particular features of the hill.

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