the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top | elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface |
(of a standing person) the distance from head to foot | angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) |
elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface | the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel) |
the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development | |