noun
- A high, barren plateau or mountain in Scandinavia, especially in Norway.
Usage: Also spelled 'fell' in English; from Norwegian/Scandinavian geography
Examples
- The hikers crossed the fjeld in summer when the snow had melted.
- Norway's fjeld regions are known for their sparse vegetation and dramatic landscapes.
- The reindeer herds graze on the fjeld during the warmer months.
- From the fjeld, we could see the distant fjords below.
- The fjeld's rocky terrain made the climb challenging but rewarding.