Steppe: meaning, definitions and examples

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steppe

[ stɛp ]

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open land

A large area of flat unforested grassland in southeastern Europe or Siberia. Steppes are characterized by hot summers and cold winters.

Synonyms

plain, prairie, savanna

Examples of usage

The nomads of the Eurasian steppes relied on their herds for survival.
The steppe is home to a diverse range of wildlife.
The vast steppe stretched out before us, seemingly endless.

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geography

A vast area of flat, treeless grassland in southeastern Europe or Asia.

Synonyms

grassland, pampas, plains

Examples of usage

The Mongolian steppe is famous for its unique landscapes.
The steppe region is known for its extreme weather conditions.

Translations

Translations of the word "steppe" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estepe

🇮🇳 स्टेपी

🇩🇪 Steppe

🇮🇩 steppa

🇺🇦 степ

🇵🇱 step

🇯🇵 ステップ

🇫🇷 steppe

🇪🇸 estepa

🇹🇷 bozkır

🇰🇷 스텝

🇸🇦 سهوب

🇨🇿 step

🇸🇰 step

🇨🇳 草原

🇸🇮 stepe

🇮🇸 stefna

🇰🇿 дала

🇬🇪 სტეპი

🇦🇿 çöl

🇲🇽 estepa

Word origin

The word 'steppe' originated from the Russian word 'step' and the Turkish word 'stäpe', both referring to a vast, treeless plain. The steppe biome has played a significant role in human history, serving as a habitat for nomadic tribes and influencing the spread of cultures and civilizations. The Eurasian steppe, in particular, has been a crossroads of trade and conquest, shaping the course of history in various periods.

See also: misstep, missteps, overstep, sidestep, step, stepping, steps.