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Moderatedesert
The correct spelling is desert.
How to pronounce desert
/dɪˈzɜːt/
nounIPA: /dɪˈzɜːt/
Say it like: Des-ert
The correct spelling is desert. (usually in the plural) That which is deserved or merited; a just punishment or reward For example: "They were marooned on a desert island in the Pacific."
Usage Examples
“They were marooned on a desert island in the Pacific.”
“You can't just drive off and desert me here, in the middle of nowhere.”
“Anyone found deserting will be punished.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.(usually in the plural) That which is deserved or merited; a just punishment or reward
- 2.A barren area of land or desolate terrain, especially one with little water or vegetation; a wasteland.
- 3.Any barren place or situation.
adjective
- 1.Usually of a place: abandoned, deserted, or uninhabited.
verb
- 1.To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.
- 2.To leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission.
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