Definitions

1. noun

A narrow strip of land, usually sandy, that runs along the edge of a sea, lake, or river; a beach.

“She spent the day soaking up the sun on the playa.”

2. noun

A shallow, dry lake bed, often with a hard, crusty surface.

“The hikers navigated across the cracked playa, searching for signs of water.”

3. noun

A Spanish word for beach or shore.

“The Spanish explorer first landed on the playa, discovering a hidden cove.”