drought
[dɹʌʊt]
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
长时间无雨，导致地面非常干燥。
When to Use
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Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“干旱太严重了，河流几乎干涸。”
“农民们很担心，因为干旱正在损害他们的庄稼。”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A period of unusually low rainfall, longer and more severe than a dry spell.
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droughtsdrought-strickendrought-resistant