dry land
Definition
Noun: 1. The solid, non-water-covered surface of the Earth; ground; earth. This term refers to the continents and islands, in contrast to seas, oceans, or other bodies of water. It emphasizes the firm, tangible ground as opposed to water or air.
Usage
The term "dry land" is used to specifically distinguish the solid ground from areas covered by water. It is often used in contexts of navigation, geography, survival, or when contrasting environments. - It is typically used as a non-count noun (e.g., "on dry land," "reach dry land"). - It can be used with articles like "the" when referring to land in general (e.g., "the dry land").
Examples
- After weeks at sea, the sailors were overjoyed to see dry land.
- The floodwaters receded, finally revealing the dry land beneath.
- Amphibians can live both in water and on dry land.
- The geologist studied the rocks on the dry land.
Advanced Usage
- "To set foot on dry land": To disembark from a ship or boat onto the solid ground. This phrase emphasizes the transition from a maritime to a terrestrial environment.
- The explorers were relieved to set foot on dry land after their long voyage.
Variants and Related Words
- Land (n): A more common and general synonym for "dry land," but "land" can also refer to a specific country, region, or property.
- Ground (n): The solid surface of the earth, often referring to the soil or a specific area. It is more localized than "dry land."
- Earth (n): The planet or, more specifically, the soil or ground. Can be synonymous with "dry land" in a poetic or general sense.
- Terrain (n): A tract of land, especially with reference to its physical features.
- Terra firma (n): A Latin phrase meaning "solid ground," used formally or humorously to mean "dry land."
Synonyms
- Land
- Ground
- Earth
- Terra firma
- Solid ground
Antonyms
- Sea
- Ocean
- Water
- The deep
Noun
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the solid part of the earth's surface
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the plane turned away from the sea and moved back over land
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the earth shook for several minutes
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he dropped the logs on the ground
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