foothill
noun
foot·hill
ˈfu̇t-ˌhil 
1
: a hill at the foot of higher hills
2
foothills plural
: a hilly region at the base of a mountain range
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To fully experience Costa Rica’s stunning natural beauty, travelers should hunker down in La Fortuna, a charming village in the foothills of the Arenal Volcano.
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
The city of Sierra Madre also issued evacuation orders and warnings Wednesday for several areas in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Where to stay in Marrakech In the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is known for its historic palaces, traditional hammam spas, sprawling gardens, and exceptional hotel scene.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 11 Mar. 2025
Avalanches a concern amid heavy rains Aside from the heavy downpours battering coastal and foothill regions, avalanches are another worry.
—Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
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Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025
The city of Sierra Madre also issued evacuation orders and warnings Wednesday for several areas in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
Where to stay in Marrakech In the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is known for its historic palaces, traditional hammam spas, sprawling gardens, and exceptional hotel scene.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 11 Mar. 2025
Avalanches a concern amid heavy rains Aside from the heavy downpours battering coastal and foothill regions, avalanches are another worry.
—Marc Ramirez, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
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“Foothill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/foothill. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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foothill
noun
foot·hill
-ˌhil
: a hill at the foot of higher hills or mountains
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