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monadnock

/məˈnædˌnɑːk/
mo · nad · nock
Plural:monadnocks
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• noun

1

North American An isolated hill, knob, or ridge of erosion-resistant rock that rises abruptly from a gently sloping or level surrounding plain.

Example

"Rising dramatically above the otherwise flat landscape, the ancient monadnock serves as a popular landmark for hikers and geologists alike."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In geology, 'monadnock' is often used interchangeably with the German loanword 'inselberg', though 'monadnock' is more prevalent in North American scientific literature.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Mount Monadnock in New Hampshire, USA, which takes its name from an Abenaki Native American word meaning 'mountain that stands alone' or 'smooth mountain'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Monadnock. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/monadnock
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