moorland
noun/ˈmʊrlənd/
Frequency rank: #17,459 most common English word
Meaning
An open, uncultivated area of land, often covered with heather and grasses, typically found in upland regions.
Example sentence
The hikers crossed vast moorland before reaching the village.
Synonyms & related words
- moor
- heath
- upland
- wilderness
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