Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

locust-years

Noun

/ˈloʊ.kəst jɪrz/

Definition

The term ‘locust-years’ refers to a period characterized by overwhelming hardship or adversity, often due to external forces such as natural disasters or economic challenges.

Examples

During the locust-years, many families struggled to find enough food.
The famine caused by the drought felt like an endless series of locust-years for the community.

Meaning

It signifies a time in which an individual or a community experiences significant difficulties, akin to the destructive nature of locust swarms that devastate crops and livelihoods.