high-al|ti|tude

high-al|ti|tude
high-al|ti|tude «HY AL tuh tood, -tyood», adjective.
1. having to do with or occurring at a great distance above the level surface of the earth: »

high-altitude phenomena, high-altitude research.

2. aimed at or reaching such a distance: »

high-altitude rockets.


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