WORD MEANING
Badlands meaning
BAD-landz · noun
A dry, barren region with steep slopes, minimal vegetation, and heavily eroded soil, often found in arid or semi-arid areas.
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A type of rugged terrain characterized by deep gullies and sharp ridges.
A name used for certain parks or protected natural areas featuring such terrain.
A title used in media, such as films or music albums.
The term can refer to geographic features, place names, or be used in cultural contexts like titles.
Examples
The hikers explored the rugged terrain of the badlands.
Fossils are often found in the badlands due to erosion exposing ancient layers.