STEEP
/stiΛp/
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Definition
/stiΛp/
noun
- The steep side of a mountain etc.; a slope or acclivity.
adjective
- Of a near-vertical gradient; of a slope, surface, curve, etc. that proceeds upward at an angle near vertical.“a steep hill or mountain; a steep roof; a steep ascent; a steep barometric gradient”
- Expensive“Twenty quid for a shave? That's a bit steep.”
- Difficult to access; not easy reached; lofty; elevated; high.
Source: Wiktionary
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