terrain
/təˈreɪn/ (bre, ipa) · /təˈreɪn/ (ame, ipa) · /tə-ˈrān also te-/ (ame, mw)
terrain — noun
1. the set of natural physical qualities that define a stretch of land — for exampl
the set of natural physical qualities that define a stretch of land — for example, whether it is flat, hilly, rocky, or forested
The driver slowed down because the terrain ahead was rocky and uneven.
terrain + descriptive adjective: rocky, uneven
Sade studied the terrain on the map before planning the hiking route.
study + terrain (verb + noun collocation)
This part of the country has flat, dry terrain that makes farming difficult.
The soldiers trained in rough mountain terrain to prepare for winter missions.
The terrain near the coast changes from sandy beaches to steep cliffs.
- landscape
broader term that includes human-made features such as buildings and roads, not only natural qualities
- topography
more technical; refers specifically to the shape and elevation of the ground surface
- ground
more general; can refer to any outdoor surface, including a flat lawn or a paved area
文法句型
adjective + terrain
terrain + noun
用法筆記
Terrain is most often uncountable (the terrain was difficult), but it can be used as a countable noun when referring to different types of land (the region has several distinct terrains).