sturine

/ˈstʌriːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A sturine is an archaic or poetic term for a type of stone or rock, often used to describe a stony or barren region.

“The desert landscape was a harsh sturine, where only the hardiest plants could survive.”

Synonyms

  • barren
  • stony

Antonyms

  • fertile
  • lush