low lying
/ˈloʊˌlaɪɪŋ/
adjective
- Located at or near the ground; not high above the surface.
- The plane flew over low-lying hills before landing at the coastal airport.
- The low-lying clouds blocked the view of the mountain peaks.
- Farmers in low-lying areas often face flooding after heavy rains.
- Referring to land that is at or near sea level and is often prone to flooding.
- Much of the Netherlands is low-lying land protected by dikes and levees.
- The city built a wall to protect its low-lying neighborhoods from storm surges.
- Low-lying coastal regions are especially vulnerable to rising sea levels.