eyre

/aɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A high area of land, often with steep sides, formed by erosion of a plateau or a mountain

“The hikers climbed to the top of the eyre for breathtaking views of the valley below.”

2. noun

A unit of land in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England, used for taxation purposes

“The local authorities reassessed the eyres and redistributed the tax burden among the residents.”

Synonyms

  • hill
  • knoll

Antonyms

  • lowland
  • valley