Summit

Summit refers to the highest point or apex of a physical feature, typically a mountain or hill. Summits are often sought out by mountaineers and hikers for the panoramic views they offer. The term can also be used metaphorically to refer to the highest attainable level of achievement in various fields.

Physical Summits

A physical summit is the highest point on a mountain, hill, or undersea feature. They are often the objective of mountaineering expeditions, particularly those involving mountain climbing. The highest summit on Earth is the peak of Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas.

Summit Meetings

In a political context, a summit meeting (or simply a summit) is a meeting of heads of state or government, usually with considerable media exposure, tight security, and a prearranged agenda. Notable summit meetings include the G7 Summit, the United Nations Climate Change conference, and the NATO Summit.

Summit in Other Contexts

In other contexts, "summit" can refer to the highest point or level of achievement in various fields. For example, in business, a summit might refer to a high-level meeting of executives, or the highest level of achievement within a company or industry.

See Also

• Mountain
• Hill
• Mountaineering
• Hiking
• G7 Summit
• United Nations Climate Change conference
• NATO Summit

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  Summitting Island Peak

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  Monte Rosa summit

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  Siskiyou Summit

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  Damavand, Iran 2018

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  View of Doso Doyabi from Wheeler Peak

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  Mt Elbrus, Caucasus