Definition

A natural feature on the surface of the Earth, such as a mountain, valley, or hill.

Example

The Grand Canyon is a famous landform that attracts many visitors each year.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a unique landform in real life?

Yeah, I visited a place with amazing cliffs last summer!

That sounds incredible! I love learning about different types of landforms.

Me too! It’s fascinating how nature creates such diverse features.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Landform → It is formed from "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or soil) and "form" (from Latin *forma*, meaning shape or appearance). The word "landform" refers to the shape or physical features of the ground or soil.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'ground' ('land') and its 'shape' ('form') to remember that a landform is a specific shape of the land.

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