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land
/lænd/
ground or territory
The farmland stretches for miles.
The farmland is a large area of land used for farming.
general
the solid part of the earth's surface not covered by water
We walked across the dry land to reach the river.
We crossed the dry ground to get to the river.
Can refer to both dry ground and areas used for specific purposes (e.g., farmland, wasteland).
political
a country or territory owned or controlled by a ruler or government
The king ruled over his land for 50 years.
The king governed his territory for half a century.
Often used in historical or political contexts.
general
to bring a ship, plane, or spacecraft to a stop on land
The pilot landed the plane safely.
The pilot brought the plane to a stop on the runway.
Can also mean to bring something to a final destination.
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Pro Tip
Noun vs. Verb
Remember that 'land' can be both a noun (e.g., 'the land') and a verb (e.g., 'to land a plane').
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'land' depends heavily on context. Pay attention to whether it's used as a noun or verb.
Word Origin
Old English 'land,' from Proto-Germanic 'landą,' meaning 'land, territory.' Related to Old Norse 'land' and Old Frisian 'lend.'
Usage Notes
Can be used as both a noun and a verb. As a verb, it often refers to bringing something to a stop on land.
Word Breakdown
land
ground or territory
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