plains

noun
UK: /pleɪnz/
US: /pleɪnz/

  1. Large areas of flat land with few trees.

    1. We drove for hours across the open plains.
    2. The pioneers crossed the vast American plains in covered wagons, seeking new opportunities.

  2. A large area of land where it is easy to grow crops.

    1. The fertile plains are perfect for growing wheat.
    2. The region's economy relies heavily on agriculture in the river's flood plains.

Synonyms

prairie steppe flatland open country grassland

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "plains" in English means: Large areas of flat land with few trees., A large area of land where it is easy to grow crops..

The phonetic transcription of "plains" is /pleɪnz/ in British English and /pleɪnz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "plains": prairie, steppe, flatland, open country, grassland.

Example usage of "plains": "We drove for hours across the open plains.". More examples on the page.