terrain
Translation
terrain, ground
Examples
The mountainous terrain was difficult to cross.
The mountainous terrain was difficult to cross.
The soldiers were trained for desert terrain.
The soldiers were trained for desert terrain.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + terrain follows an adjective The mountainous terrain was difficult to cross.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ground, land, topography
Etymology
From French 'terrain', from Latin 'terrenum' (land, ground), derived from 'terra' (earth).
Memory Tips
Think of 'terra', the Latin word for earth. 'Terrain' refers to the physical features of a stretch of land or earth.