wadi
/ˈwɑːdi/
NOUN
1. A dry valley or stream bed
A valley, gully, or stream bed in northern Africa and southwest Asia that remains dry except during the rainy season.
1.1. Seasonally dry river channel
A natural channel or stream bed that is usually dry but carries water during periods of rain.
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Examples
- The caravan followed the ancient trail until it reached a life-sustaining wadi.
- After the storm, the previously dry wadi filled with flowing water.
- The geologist studied the rock formations carved by centuries of water erosion in the wadi.
Related Words
- stream bed
- watercourse
- riverbed
- flood channel
- drainage
- torrent
1.2. Desert valley or ravine
A valley or narrow gorge in an arid region, often surrounded by rocky slopes and sometimes containing vegetation or water.
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Examples
- The travelers discovered a lush wadi with palm trees and a flowing stream.
- The adventurers camped in the shade of the cliffs surrounding the hidden wadi.
- Nomadic tribes often establish temporary camps near a reliable wadi.