Meaning & use
savannah
A flat grassland region, typically in a tropical or subtropical area, with scattered trees and a distinct dry season.
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Herds of zebras and wildebeest migrate across the African savannah in search of fresh grass.
The savannah's tall grasses turn golden brown during the long dry months.
A note on using this word
Savannah is a variant spelling of 'savanna'; both are used interchangeably, though 'savanna' is more common in scientific writing.
Words with a similar meaning
grasslandplain
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