Steppe
(noun)
A large flat area of grassland that is found in the regions of Europe and Asia.
Origin:
The word "steppe" comes from the old turkic word "step" meaning a plain, a flat surface and it was borrowed into english in the late 17th century. the word is used to describe a large flat area of grassland that is found in the regions of europe and asia.
Examples:
- The steppe was covered in tall grass and wildflowers.
- The nomads of the steppe relied on their herds for survival.
- The steppe was a major route for trade and migration.
- The steppe was home to many different species of animals.
- The steppe is characterized by its semi-arid climate and grassland ecosystem.