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/tɛˈreɪn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features.
The hiker enjoyed the rugged terrain of the mountainous region.
A particular area of land or surface.
The terrain of the desert presents unique challenges for exploration.
Ground or land with specific characteristics, often used in the context of military strategy.
The soldiers had to adapt their tactics based on the urban terrain.
The physical characteristics of a region, including its elevation, slope, and vegetation.
Mapping the terrain is essential for any construction project.
Etymology
Late Middle English: from Old French terre ‘land, earth’, from Latin terra.
Common Phrases and Expressions
rough terrain
land that is difficult to traverse due to its unevenness or obstacles.
urban terrain
the physical characteristics of a city or metropolitan area.
terrain map
a type of map that shows the physical landscape of an area, including elevation and landforms.
Related Words
topography
The arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.
landform
A natural feature of the Earth's surface.
geography
The study of the Earth's physical features and the relationships between people and their environment.
Slang Meanings
To be out in nature or the wilderness.
We're going to hit the terrain this weekend.
To navigate difficult or complex situations.
He really knows how to handle the terrain in this business.