tundra
|tun-dra|
B2
/ˈtʌn.drə/
treeless Arctic plain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tundra' originates from Russian, specifically the word 'тундра', where 'тундра' meant 'treeless plain'.
Historical Evolution
'тундра' was adopted into English in the 19th century, retaining its original meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'treeless plain', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40