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Butte
/bjuːt/noun
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A butte is an isolated hill with steep sides and a flat top, typically formed through erosion in arid landscapes and smaller than a mesa. These striking geological features often serve as landmarks in regions like the American Southwest, symbolizing the raw beauty of natural erosion processes in modern environmental studies.
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The city of Butte, Montana, named after a prominent local butte, was once the world's largest supplier of copper in the late 19th century, producing over 20 billion pounds and earning the nickname 'The Richest Hill on Earth,' which highlights how geological features can drive economic booms.
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