1. heights above sea level or ground level
2. raised areas of land; hills or mountains
3. architectural drawings showing the front, side, or rear view of a building
Usage: architecture

Examples

• The mountain peaks reach elevations of over 14,000 feet.
• Different plant species grow at various elevations.
• The architect drew detailed elevations of the new school building.
• We hiked to higher elevations where the air was thinner.
• The building’s front and side elevations showed classical design elements.
• Snow remains on the ground longer at higher elevations.
• The construction crew studied the building elevations before starting work.