1. Desolate or infertile areas of land with little or no vegetation, marked by dryness and emptiness
The desert presented vast barren landscapes stretching to the horizon.
O deserto apresentava vastas paisagens áridas se estendendo até o horizonte.
2. Geographical regions devoid of life, resources, or vegetation due to harsh environmental conditions
The volcanic region contained only barren landscapes of black rock.
A região vulcânica continha apenas paisagens áridas de rocha negra.