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Meadow
Meadow (pronunciation: /ˈmɛd.oʊ/) is a type of habitat found in temperate regions throughout the world. It is typically composed of non-woody vegetation such as grasses and forbs, and is often used for agriculture or grazing.
Etymology
The term 'meadow' originates from the Old English 'mǣdwe', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*mēdwoją'. It is related to the Dutch 'weide' and German 'Weide', both meaning 'pasture'.
Related Terms
- Pasture: A type of land use where domestic livestock are kept and fed.
- Grassland: A large open area of country covered with grass, especially one used for grazing.
- Prairie: A type of temperate grassland that experiences hot summers and cold winters.
- Savanna: A mixed woodland-grassland ecosystem characterized by the trees being sufficiently widely spaced so that the canopy does not close.
- Steppe: A large area of flat unforested grassland in southeastern Europe or Siberia.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Meadow
- Wikipedia's article - Meadow
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