elevation
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/ˌelɪˈveɪʃn/
🇬🇧
/ˌelɪˈveɪʃn/
moving up to a higher or more important position
His elevation to manager was a big step up in his career.
他晋升为经理是他职业生涯中的一大进步。
how high a place is above sea level
The mountain's elevation is over 3,000 meters above sea level.
这座山的海拔高度超过3000米。
a raised area of land
The small elevation provided a good view of the valley below.
这个小高地提供了俯瞰下方山谷的良好视野。
a drawing showing one side of a building
The architect showed us the front elevation of the new house design.
建筑师向我们展示了新房子设计的正面立面图。
an increase in the level of something
The doctor noted an elevation in the patient's blood pressure.
医生注意到患者的血压有所升高。