Plateau
Pronunciation : Pla*teau", n.; pl. F. Plateaux (F.
Part of Speech : E.
Etymology : [F., fr. OF. platel, properly a little plate. See Plate.]
Definition : 1. A flat surface; especially, a broad, level, elevated area of land; a table-land.
2. An ornamental dish for the table; a tray or salver.
Plateaus.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913