en hauteur

en hauteur
An adverb phrase is a group of words used to describe a verb, an adjective, or another adverb (e.g., de plus en plus).
adverb phrase
a. high up
L’oiseau est perché en hauteur dans l’arbre.The bird is perched high up in the tree.
b. up high
Mon chat aime dormir en hauteur. Je le retrouve souvent sur l'armoire.My cat likes to sleep up high. I often find him on top of the wardrobe.
c. at height
A word or phrase that is only used by experts, professionals, or academics in a particular field (e.g., otitis).
(technical)
Les ouvriers qui travaillent en hauteur doivent porter un équipement de sécurité.Workers who work at height must wear safety equipment.
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. elevated
Une passerelle en hauteur relie les deux bâtiments.An elevated walkway connects the two buildings.
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