Desert
Noun, Verb
UK
/ˈdez.ət/
US
/ˈdez.ɚt/
Definition
(n) : A dry, sandy area with little water.
(v) : To leave someone or something in need.
(v) : To leave someone or something in need.
Example
"(n) : The desert is hot."
"(n) : Camels can travel long distances in the desert without water."
"(v) : He deserted his friends during the difficult hike, leaving them to struggle alone."
Explanation
Desert has two main meanings. First, it is a dry area of land with very little water, sand, and few plants, like the Sahara Desert. People and animals live there, but it is very hot in the day and cold at night. Second, as a verb, desert means to leave someone, something, or some place that needs you, often in a wrong or disloyal way. For example, “He deserted his post” means he left his work or duty when he was not allowed to and when others depended on him.