Definitions for plateau
plæˈtoʊ; esp. Brit. ˈplæt oʊ; -ˈtoʊz, -toʊzplateau

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.8 / 4 votes

1. tableland, plateaunoun

   a relatively flat highland

WiktionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. plateaunoun

   A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland.

2. plateaunoun

   A comparatively stable level in something that varies.

3. plateaunoun

   (sports broadcast jargon) A notable level of attainment or achievement.

4. plateauverb

   Reach a stable level; level off.

5. Etymology: From plateau, diminutive of plat; see plate.

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1. Plateau

   In geology and physical geography, a plateau (; French: [plato]; pl. plateaus or plateaux), also called a high plain or a tableland, is an area of a highland consisting of flat terrain that is raised sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side. Often one or more sides have deep hills or escarpments. Plateaus can be formed by a number of processes, including upwelling of volcanic magma, extrusion of lava, and erosion by water and glaciers. Plateaus are classified according to their surrounding environment as intermontane, piedmont, or continental. A few plateaus may have a small flat top while others have wide ones.

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1. plateau

   A plateau is a flat or gently sloping elevated area that has been uplifted due to various geological processes. It is characterized by steep or cliff-like sides, and a flat or slightly undulating top. Plateaus can be found on land or underwater. They can be formed through volcanic activity, by erosion, or by uplifting of the Earth's crust.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Plateaunoun

   a flat surface; especially, a broad, level, elevated area of land; a table-land

2. Plateaunoun

   an ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver

3. Etymology: [F., fr. OF. platel, properly a little plate. See Plate.]

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1. Plateau

   In geology and earth science, a plateau, also called a high plain or tableland, is an area of highland, usually consisting of relatively flat terrain.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Plateau

   pla-tō′, n. a broad flat space on an elevated position: a tableland:—pl. Plateaus, Plateaux (pla-tōz′). [Fr.,—O. Fr. platel, dim. of plat.]

Dictionary of Nautical TermsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. plateau

   An upland flat-topped elevation.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of plateau in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of plateau in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of plateau in a Sentence

1. John Pearson:

   If you see peaks all year it becomes a plateau, we see e-commerce as an enduring trend.

2. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo:

   If you look at the past three days, you could argue that we are past the plateau and we're starting to descend which would be very good news.

3. Anders Tegnell:

   In major parts of Sweden, around Stockholm, we have reached a plateau( in new cases) and we're already seein the effect of herd immunity and in a few weeks' time we'll see even more of the effects of that.

4. Dave Mirra:

   It was never going to be that fun for me to go on riding on a plateau level and not keep progressing, but by the same token I got to a point where I really couldn't take getting injured anymore in the name of progression, it put me in a stalemate. I probably could have milked BMX for a lot longer if I'd really wanted to, but that's not my style.

5. Matt Bershadker:

   Bershadker said. A dog fostered and then adopted during COVID-19 pandemic. With regardto adoption, Bershadker noted the ASPCA saw an initial spike in adoptions in March when the pandemic began, but saw numbers slowly start to plateau or decrease due to shelter closures and the slow nature of virtual adoption as quarantine progressed. This is partly due to the fact that, out of an abundance of caution related to the COVID-19 crisis across New York City, we closed the ASPCA Adoption Center to the public and worked hard to move the majority of the animals in our care into foster homes, Bershadker explained. LAW ENFORCEMENT CHAPLAIN, THERAPY DOG CARE FOR FRONTLINE WORKERS DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC The Humane Society has experienced similar trends. Weve definitely had an increased interest in adoptions, said Christina Hill, communications director for the Humane Society. But the virtual adoption process takes much longer to complete than our standard pre-COVID process. We also stopped intake, like many shelters have, at the recommendation of national veterinary and sheltering groups, and fewer in equals fewer out. A cat currently available for adoption from the Atlanta Humane Society. During the week of March 7, around when the COVID-19 crisis began in the U.S., there were 17,930 pet adoptions. The week of May 2, there were 11,938 pet adoptions, showing about a 33 percent decrease in adoptions from the start of the pandemic to this month. Butthe percentage of pets entering foster care is up. There were 32,962 pets in foster care the week of March 7, and as of May 8, there were 47,856 --a 45 percent increase. PUPPIES FROM GEORGIA ANIMAL SHELTER VISIT AQUARIUM DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN Jane Chiavelli is one quarantiner who decided this was the time to foster a dog. Ive grown up with dogs, and since Im working from home right now, I wanted to do something good and different, Chiavelli said. She decided to foster her dog, Gus, at the start of April, about one month into quarantine. Jane Chiavelli and her dog, Gus, who she fostered before adopting during COVID-19 pandemic.br I sent in an application to English Springer Rescue America and had a phone interview. Normally they come to inspect your house, but given social distancing, I sent pictures of my apartment and dog park. They matched me with Gus to foster, and I drove to [South Carolina]to pick him up, Chiavelli said. After a few weeks quarantining with Gus, she knew she had to adopt. I realized how perfect he was for me and couldnt imagine giving him up, she said. CAN PETS COME DOWN WITH CORONAVIRUS? Chiavelli said, based on her experience, she encourages everyone to foster pets and consider adoption. Do it, she said. I think its a great opportunity to do something good, and also an opportunity to have some nice company. A cat adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shelters across the country have implemented innovative solutions to make situations like Chiavellis possible, while ensuring the safety of their staff, animals, and communities. Many animal shelters have been leaning on technology to facilitate online adoptions to continue safely moving dogs and cats out of the shelter and into homes.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=plateau
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Plateau
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plateau
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plateau
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=plateau
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=plateau
8. ^ Dictionary of Nautical Terms
   https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/26000/pg26000-images.html#:~:text=plateau