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arid
01
(of land or a climate) very dry because of not having enough or any rain
02
lacking vitality or spirit; lifeless
arid
adj
aridness
n
aridness
n
semiarid
adj
semiarid
adj
Example
Arid regions like the Atacama Desert in Chile receive so little rainfall that some areas have been dubbed the driest places on Earth.
The Sahara Desert is known for its arid climate, with vast expanses of sand and very little vegetation.
Plants and animals in arid environments have adapted to survive with minimal water, using specialized features like deep roots or nocturnal behavior.
Arid regions are susceptible to desertification, a process where fertile land becomes increasingly dry and unable to support vegetation due to human activities or climate change.
People living in arid climates often rely on advanced irrigation techniques and water conservation practices to sustain agriculture and daily life.
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