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steppe

 

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Noun steppe has 1 sense
  1. steppe - extensive plain without trees (associated with eastern Russia and Siberia)
    --1 is a kind of
    plain, field, champaign

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Steppe

Description:

The term "steppe" refers to a vast, flat grassland located in the temperate region, characterized by few trees and dominant herbaceous vegetation. It is typically found in the interior of continents.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A large, treeless plain.

2. Any of the extensive grassy plains that stretch across Eurasia.

3. A specific type of grassland ecosystem.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Eurasian steppe is home to various species of grazing mammals.

2. We traveled across the vast steppe, taking in the mesmerizing views of the grassland stretching endlessly before us.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or resembling a steppe.

2. Pertaining to the grasslands found in the interior of continents.

Sample Sentences:

1. The steppe landscape provided a picturesque backdrop for the nomadic tribes.

2. The steppe climate is characterized by extreme temperature fluctuations.

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