tundra
/ˈtʌndrə/
noun
- A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region with a cold climate, low vegetation, and permanently frozen subsoil (permafrost).
- Reindeer and arctic foxes are common animals in the tundra.
- The tundra is covered with snow for most of the year.
- Scientists study the tundra to understand climate change effects.
- Any similar cold, barren, treeless area, such as high-altitude alpine regions.
- The mountain's tundra was dotted with small flowering plants.
- Alpine tundra experiences strong winds and short growing seasons.
- Hikers crossed the alpine tundra above the tree line.