ELEVATION

Definition of ELEVATION

  1. (noun)the event of something being raised upward
  2. (noun)the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development
  3. (noun)angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
  4. (noun)a raised or elevated geological formation
  5. (noun)distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level)
  6. (noun)(ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump
  7. (noun)drawing of an exterior of a structure
  8. (noun)the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something