"sandveld" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: sandvelds [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} sandveld (plural sandvelds)
  1. (geography, chiefly Africa) An area of land characterized by dry, sandy soil. Tags: Africa Categories (topical): Geography
    Sense id: en-sandveld-en-noun-wG2RcyN2 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: geography, natural-sciences

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