Lands: meaning, definitions and examples

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lands

 

[ lรฆnds ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

geographical area

Lands refer to expanses of ground, particularly those that are used for agricultural purposes, habitation, or recreation. It encompasses regions with natural resources and diverse ecosystems. Lands are a critical element in discussions about environmental conservation, land use, and property ownership.

Synonyms

domain, ground, region, territory

Examples of usage

  • The farmer owned several lands for growing crops.
  • Conservation efforts are essential to protect our natural lands.
  • The government introduced policies to manage public lands.
Context #2 | Verb

to arrive

To land means to come down from the air and touch the ground, typically referring to aircraft or other vehicles. It can also refer to achieving a successful outcome or securing something after a process of effort.

Synonyms

arrive, settle, touch down

Examples of usage

  • The plane will land in five minutes.
  • She managed to land a job after many interviews.
  • The astronaut was relieved to finally land safely on Earth.

Translations

Translations of the word "lands" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น terras

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเฅ‚เคฎเคฟเคฏเคพเค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lรคnder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะตะผะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ziemie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅœŸๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท terres

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tierras

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท topraklar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ† ์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฑุงุถู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zemฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรดdy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœŸๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zemlje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ land

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตั€ะปะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒฌแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ torpaqlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tierras

Etymology

The term 'land' originates from Old English 'land', which means ground, soil, or territory. The Proto-Germanic root is *landฤ…, which is related to the Old Norse 'land', meaning 'ground' or 'country', and the German 'Land'. This etymology reflects the evolution of the word as it traversed different cultures and languages, embodying the concept of space that can be inhabited or utilized. The diverse meanings and uses of 'land' have grown over centuries, shaping its application in various fields such as geography, property law, and ecology. Today, 'land' encompasses both physical and metaphorical dimensions, indicating not only the surface we walk on but also broader socio-economic implications related to land ownership and stewardship.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,016, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.