horizon

B1
Pronunciation
/həˈɹaɪzən/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The visible horizontal line or point (in all directions) that appears to connect the Earth to the sky.

Synonyms
skyline skysill
Example Sentences
  • A tall building was visible on the horizon.
2 Definition

The range or limit of one's knowledge, experience or interest; a boundary or threshold.

Example Sentences
  • Some students take a gap year after finishing high school to broaden their horizons.
3 Definition

The range or limit of any dimension in which one exists.

4 Definition

A specific layer of soil or strata

5 Definition

A cultural sub-period or level within a more encompassing time period.

6 Definition

Any level line or surface.

7 Definition

The point at which a computer chess algorithm stops searching for further moves.