Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frozen-wastes
Noun
/ˈfroʊ.zən weɪsts/
Definition
Extensive areas characterized by extremely low temperatures and often covered in ice and snow.
Examples
- Many explorers have ventured into the frozen wastes of Antarctica.
- The wildlife in frozen wastes has adapted to survive in extreme conditions.
Meaning
The term refers to regions where the climate is so cold that the ground is permanently frozen, making them inhospitable for most forms of life.
Synonyms
- ice deserts
- polar regions
- arctic wastelands
