garrigue

/ɡariːɡ/ iː

Definitions

1. noun

A type of dry, scrubby landscape in southern France and the Mediterranean region, typically dominated by low-growing bushes and shrubs such as rosemary and thyme.

“The hikers navigated through the rocky garrigue, taking care not to disturb the local wildlife.”

Synonyms

  • maquis
  • scrub
  • shrubland

Antonyms

  • forest
  • jungle