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semiarid

 

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Adjective semiarid has 1 sense
  1. semiarid - somewhat arid; "a semiarid region with with little annual rainfall"
    Antonym:
    wet (indirect, via dry)

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Semiarid

Description:

Semiarid refers to a climate or region that is characterized by a moderate amount of rainfall, typically receiving less precipitation than in a humid climate but more than in an arid desert climate. It is an intermediate between arid and humid regions.

Senses:

1. Adjective - Describing a Climate or Region:

In this sense, semiarid is used to describe a climate or region that receives a moderate amount of rainfall, characterized by dry periods and limited vegetation.

Example: The semiarid region of the country experiences erratic rainfall patterns, resulting in drought-like conditions.

2. Adjective - Moderately Dry:

As an adjective, semiarid can describe something that is moderately dry, indicating a lack of moisture or humidity.

Example: The semiarid soil in that area is not suitable for growing crops without irrigation.

3. Adverb - Moderately Dry Manner:

Semiarid can also be used as an adverb to describe an action performed in a moderately dry manner.

Example: The hiker cautiously walked through the semiarid terrain, wary of potential dry patches and loose ground.

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