arid land
/ˈærɪd lænd/noun phrase★Intermediate— dry, barren land with little precipitation
formal
Land characterized by low precipitation, often with sparse vegetation and extreme temperatures.
Arid lands cover about 30% of the Earth's land surface.
This fact highlights the prevalence of dry, desert-like regions globally.
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Arid lands are typically found in deserts and semi-desert regions.
Collocations
arid landdry, barren landarid climatea climate with very little rainfall
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'arid land' to describe regions like deserts or steppes where water is scarce.
⚡Gold Rule
Definition Rule
Arid land is defined by low rainfall, not necessarily by temperature.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'aridus' (dry) + 'land' (terrain).
📝Usage Notes
Often used in environmental science and geography to describe regions with minimal water availability.
Word Breakdown
arid
dry or lacking moisture
adjectiveland
terrain or area of ground
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