alt

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

Etymology

From Latin altus (“high”). Doublet of old and alto.

In classic literature

Synonyms

elevation, EL, altitude

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