monticule

[ mon-ti-kyool ]

noun

1. a subordinate volcanic cone.
2. a small mountain, hill, or mound.

monticule

/ ˈmɒntɪˌkjuːl /

noun

1. a small hill or mound, such as a secondary volcanic cone

monticule

/ mŏn′tĭ-kyo̅o̅l′ /

1. A minor cone of a volcano.

Other Words From

• mon·tic·u·late [mon-, tik, -y, uh, -lit], mon·ticu·lous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of monticule¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; from Late Latin monticulus, equivalent to Latin monti- (stem of mōns “mountain”) + -culus diminutive noun suffix. See mount ², -cle ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of monticule¹

C18: via French from Late Latin monticulus, diminutive of Latin mons mountain

Example Sentences

There is the ascent to Superbagnères, an easy monticule overshading Luchon, whose view is ranked with that from the Bergonz.

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Le fond du port est occupé par un monticule qui laisse entre lui, et la mer une plage de sable.

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The latter is situated in front of Monte Fusara, and the entrance to it is evidently the crater of an extinct monticule.

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The great, slim basilica rises on its monticule as was planned.

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