Promontory
/ˈpɹɒm.ən.tɹi/
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Definition
(noun) A high point of land extending into a body of water, headland; cliff.
Sentence Examples
The boat sailed around the promontory.
There's a cave on the promontory.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The lighthouse stood on a rocky ____ overlooking the sea, warning ships of the dangerous coastline.