Meaning of the word "desert rat" in English

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desert rat

US /ˈdɛzərt ræt/
UK /ˈdɛzərt ræt/
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Noun

1.

a person who lives in or is accustomed to living in a desert environment

Example:
He's a true desert rat, knows every dune and oasis for miles.
Only a seasoned desert rat could navigate these treacherous trails.
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