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desert terrain

[/ˈdɛzərt təˈreɪn/]
nounpl: desert terrains
terreno desértico
1. A geographic landscape characterized by arid or semi-arid conditions with sparse vegetation, minimal rainfall, and often sandy or rocky ground.
The Sahara is one of the world's largest desert terrains.
O Saara é um dos maiores terrenos desérticos do mundo.
2. Land that is dry, barren, and inhospitable to most forms of life due to extreme heat and lack of water.
Crossing the desert terrain required careful preparation and water supplies.
Atravessar o terreno desértico exigia preparação cuidadosa e suprimentos de água.
Synonyms
arid landscapebarren landwastelandsandy region
Antonyms
fertile landwetlandrainforestmeadow

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
terreno desértico
Most common usage across Brazil
Brazil
região árida
Alternative term emphasizing aridity
Portugal
terreno desértico
Same as Brazilian usage
Portugal
paisagem árida
Alternative technical term

Related Idioms & Phrases

a sea of sand
barren wasteland
harsh landscape
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