semiarid
semiarid
Definition
semi·arid (-ar′id)
adjective
characterized by little yearly rainfall and by the growth of short grasses and shrubs: said of a climate or region
semiarid
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- region: Over 20 million people, about 45 % of the Nordeste population, live in the semiarid region.
- climate: The semiarid climate virtually eliminates all major apple pests.
- agriculture: The technical information is divided into three categories: semiarid agriculture; plant genetic resources and access to technology.
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