semi-arid
US /ˌsem.iˈer.ɪd/
UK /ˌsem.iˈær.ɪd/
形容詞
半干旱的
characterized by very little annual rainfall, usually between 10 and 20 inches, and having scrubby vegetation
範例:
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The region has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and little rain.
該地區屬於半干旱氣候，夏季炎熱，降雨稀少。
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Many semi-arid areas are prone to drought and wildfires.
許多半干旱地區容易發生干旱和山火。