uplift

²up·lift

noun \ˈəp-ˌlift\

Definition of UPLIFT

1

: an act, process, result, or cause of uplifting: as a (1) : the uplifting of a part of the earth's surface (2) : an uplifted mass of land b : a bettering of a condition especially spiritually, socially, or intellectually c (1) : influences intended to uplift (2) : a social movement to improve especially morally or culturally

2

: a brassiere designed to hold the breasts up

First Known Use of UPLIFT

circa 1845

Other Geology Terms

anthracite, boulder, cwm, erratic, igneous, intrusive, mesa, sedimentary, silt, swale