plateau vs prairie

plateau

noun
  • A largely level expanse of land at a high elevation; tableland. 

  • A comparatively stable level after a period of increase. 

  • A notable level of attainment or achievement. 

verb
  • (of a varying quantity) To reach a stable level after a period of increase; to level off. 

prairie

noun
  • An extensive area of relatively flat grassland with few, if any, trees, especially in North America. 

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