Tussocky: meaning, definitions and examples
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tussocky
[ หtษsษหki ]
descriptive terrain
Tussocky refers to land characterized by clumps or tufts of grass or other vegetation, often found in wetlands or meadows. It describes an uneven surface where these vegetation clumps create a distinctive appearance, making the ground appear irregular and textured. Tussocky areas can be important for biodiversity, as they provide habitats for various species. The term is often used in ecological and geographical contexts to describe specific habitats.
Synonyms
clumpy, rough, tufted, uneven.
Examples of usage
- The tussocky landscape was home to numerous bird species.
- They walked through the tussocky fields in search of wildflowers.
- The tussocky terrain made hiking more challenging but rewarding.
- Many insects thrive in the tussocky grasslands.
Translations
Translations of the word "tussocky" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tussocky
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคธ เคเคพ เคขเฅเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Tussock
๐ฎ๐ฉ berumput
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฐะฒ'ัะฝะธััะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ tussockowy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใตใใฏ
๐ซ๐ท en touffes
๐ช๐ธ tufoso
๐น๐ท tรผylรผ
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ฐญ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุฃุนุดุงุจ ุงููุซููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ trรกvnatรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ trรกvnatรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่ไธ็
๐ธ๐ฎ travnati
๐ฎ๐ธ grรณรฐur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัำฉะฟัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแฎแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ otlu
๐ฒ๐ฝ tufoso
Etymology
The term 'tussocky' derives from the word 'tussock', which traces its roots back to the Scottish word 'tusach' meaning a tuft of grass. The usage of 'tussock' in English dates back to the early 19th century, as it became associated with certain types of wetlands and grasslands where tufts of vegetation are prevalent. The word conveys not only the physical characteristic of vegetation but also the ecological significance of these areas. Tussocky landscapes are often found in temperate regions, particularly in parts of Scotland, New Zealand, and other countries with similar climates. As environmental science developed, so did the understanding of tussocky ecosystems, emphasizing their role in biodiversity and habitat creation.