high ground
"High ground" can refer to both a physical elevation and a figurative position of superiority.
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Definition
B2Geography
(technical)An area of land that is higher than the surrounding terrain.
Example
- The castle was built on high ground to provide a better view of the surrounding area.
B2Military
(technical)Elevated terrain that offers a strategic advantage in combat.
Example
- The troops secured the high ground to gain a tactical edge over the enemy.
C1Ethics
(idiomatic)A position of moral or ethical superiority in a conflict or debate.
Example
- She took the high ground in the argument by focusing on ethical principles.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "high ground":
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