Promontory Definition

A high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water, often serving as a prominent landmark.

Promontory is a noun.

Promontory Synonyms

bluff , cape , headland , point

How To Use Promontory In A Sentence

  1. The lighthouse was built on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea.
  2. From the promontory, we could see ships sailing far below.
  3. The castle sits atop a promontory, making it easily defensible.
  4. Bird watchers gathered at the promontory to observe migratory species.
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