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plateau

noun · verb

Simple meaning

A comparatively stable level after a period of increase.

Pronunciation

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platoh

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plæˈtoʊ

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Definition

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noun

  1. A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. (of a varying quantity)

  2. A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

  3. A state of Nigeria in the North Central geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Jos.

  4. Former name of Lusong: a barangay of Buenavista, Bohol, Philippines.

verb

  1. intransitiveof a varying quantity

    To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off.

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