driftless

/ˈdrɪftlɛs/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking or having little drift or flow; especially of a river or stream, not having been carved by glaciation

“The driftless region is characterized by its unique landscape and diverse wildlife.”

2. noun

a region in southwestern Wisconsin, United States, that was not glaciated during the last ice age

“The driftless area is home to many rare species of plants and animals.”

Synonyms

  • glacial
  • unscoured

Antonyms

  • drifted
  • scoured