elevation
//ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃən//
Noun
elevationSingular
elevationsPlural
1
The height of a place above sea level or ground level.
The elevation of this mountain is 3,000 meters above sea level.
2
The action or process of raising something to a higher position or level.
The elevation of the platform allowed everyone to see the stage clearly.
3
A raised area or platform; a hill or high place.
We climbed to a small elevation to get a better view of the valley.
4
An increase in the level or amount of something.
The doctor noticed an elevation in the patient's blood pressure.
5
A drawing or diagram showing the side view of a building or structure.
The architect presented the front elevation of the new office building.