bummock

/ˈbʌmək/

Definitions

1. noun

A small hill or mound of earth, especially one that is conical in shape, formed by the movement of glaciers.

“The geologist examined the bummock that stood in the middle of the glacier’s path.”

2. verb

To form a bummock, especially by the movement of glaciers.

“The ice age processes bummocked the terrain, creating a unique landscape.”

Synonyms

  • knoll
  • mound

Antonyms

  • depression
  • valley