Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
zastruga
noun
/zəˈstrʊɡə/
Definition
A zastruga is a ridge of snow formed by wind, typically found in polar or alpine environments.
Examples
- During our hike in the mountains, we encountered a stunning zastruga that extended for miles.
- Photographers often seek out zastrugas for their unique beauty against the stark white landscape.
- The zastrugas created an otherworldly appearance across the frozen tundra.
Meaning
It refers to the snow formations that are elongated ridges resulting from the accumulation and redistribution of snow due to wind patterns.
Synonyms
- Snow ridge
- Snowdrift
- Wind ridge
