n.
1.the event of something being raised upward
2.the highest level or degree attainable
3.angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
4.a raised or elevated geological formation
5.distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level)
6.(ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump
7.drawing of an exterior of a structure
8.the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something
Idiom of the Day
give (someone) enough rope and he or she will hang themself
give someone enough time and freedom to do what they want and they will make a mistake or get into trouble and be caught
"Don`t worry about trying to fight him. If you give him enough rope he will hang himself."