The Sahara Desert is a vast expanse of sand.
The Sahara Desert is a vast expanse of sand.
English
desert
ˈdezərt, ˈdez.ɚt, dəˈzɝt, dɪˈzɜːt, dɪˈzɝt, ˈdɛzət, ˈdɛzɚt
Meaning: a dry, sandy area with little water
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Example sentences
The Sahara is a very large desert in Africa.
The Sahara is a very large desert in Africa.
We need gasoline for the long drive across the desert.
We need gasoline for the long drive across the desert.
The young architect presented an ambitious plan to build a sustainable city in the desert.
The young architect presented an ambitious plan to build a sustainable city in the desert.
The museum displayed several ancient artifacts found in the desert.
The museum displayed several ancient artifacts found in the desert.
Usage Notes
Describes a barren area of land where little precipitation occurs and consequently living conditions are hostile for plant and animal life.
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