1. The sloping surfaces of hills; the inclined ground that forms the sides of a hill.
Usage: Plural form of hillslope; Commonly used in geology, geography, and environmental science

Examples

• The hillslopes in the region are covered with dense vegetation.
• Erosion on the hillslopes has increased due to heavy rainfall.
• Geologists study the composition of hillslopes to understand soil formation.
• The hiking trail winds along the hillslopes of the mountain range.
• Landslides can occur on steep hillslopes during wet seasons.
• The hillslopes provide habitat for various plant and animal species.