dasht

/dæʃt/

Definitions

1. noun

A dry riverbed or a shallow depression in the ground, typically formed by the flow of water.

“The hikers followed the dasht to find their way to the next mountain pass.”

2. noun

A stretch of sand or pebbles on a beach, especially one that has been washed smooth by the sea.

“The dasht on the beach was perfect for building sandcastles.”

Synonyms

  • arroyo
  • wadi

Antonyms

  • hill
  • ridge