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surmount

/sɜːrmˈaʊnt/ verb · British & US
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What does surmount mean?

verb

to rise above or overcome an obstacle or difficulty; to reach or attain a high level or position.

Example

"The hikers had to surmount the steep mountain trail to reach the summit."

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