Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drouth
Noun
/draʊθ/
Definition
A prolonged period of dry weather, often leading to a shortage of water; a drought.
Examples
- The drouth caused the farmers to worry about their crops.
- Many regions suffer from drouth during the summer months.
- The drouth led to the rationing of water supplies in the city.
Meaning
Drouth refers to a significant deficiency of moisture, usually for an extended period, affecting the environment and agriculture.
Synonyms
- drought
- dry spell
- aridity
