Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cresta
Noun
/ˈkrɛstə/
Definition
A ridge of hair or feathers along the back of an animal or a raised area on a landscape.
Examples
- The rooster had a bright red cresta that stood out against its feathers.
- The mountain’s cresta offered breathtaking views of the surrounding valley.
- Many birds have a cresta that they use for mating displays.
Meaning
In a biological context, ‘cresta’ often refers to a tuft or ridge of hair on an animal, while in geography, it describes a prominent ridge of land.
Synonyms
- ridge
- crest
- tuft
