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Meaning of Desert
The primary meaning of the word "desert" refers to a large area of land that is very dry, hot, and often sandy, or to leave or abandon someone or something.
Definitions
- A large area of land that is very dry, hot, and often sandy, typically covered with sand dunes and having very little vegetation or rainfall.
- To leave or abandon someone or something, especially in a difficult or dangerous situation.
- A place or situation that is unpleasant, uninviting, or uninhabitable.
Etymology of Desert
The word "desert" comes from the Old French word "desert", which is derived from the Latin word "desertum", meaning "thing abandoned" or "wilderness".
The Latin word "desertum" is also related to the verb "desere", meaning "to abandon" or "to leave".
Example Uses
- The travelers had to cross the desert to reach their destination.
- She felt deserted by her friends when they didn't support her in her time of need.
- The desert landscape was harsh and unforgiving, with very little vegetation or shelter.