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desert region

[/ˈdɛzərt ˈriːdʒən/]
nounpl: desert regions
região desértica
1. An arid geographical area characterized by minimal rainfall, sparse vegetation, and extreme temperature variations
The Sahara is one of the largest desert regions in the world.
O Saara é uma das maiores regiões desérticas do mundo.
2. A zone of land that receives very little precipitation and supports minimal plant and animal life
Many desert regions are home to unique species adapted to harsh conditions.
Muitas regiões desérticas abrigam espécies únicas adaptadas a condições extremas.
Synonyms
arid regionwastelandbarren landsandy terrain
Antonyms
rainforestwetlandfertile regionlush landscape

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
região desértica
Most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
região árida
Alternative term emphasizing aridity
Portugal
região desértica
Standard term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a desert in bloom
crossing the desert
desert mirage
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