
Promontory
Geographical Feature
Promontory refers to land elevated above surroundings, providing a view typically of water.
The lighthouse stood bravely on the windswept promontory.
Visual Landmark
Often used as a landmark or scenic point, 'promontory' connotes beauty and a broad view.
Tourists gathered on the promontory, cameras ready, as the sun dipped below the horizon.
Specific Terrain
A promontory suggests more than a gentle hill or slope—it's a notable protrusion into the sea.
Seabirds nested along the cliff face of the steep promontory.