Definition

Open grassland or savanna in southern Africa, characterized by sparse trees and shrubs and dominated by grass vegetation. The term encompasses various types of grassland ecosystems at different elevations and with varying rainfall patterns.

Example Usage

On safari across the veld, we spotted herds of wildebeest grazing beneath the acacia trees.

Origin

From Afrikaans 'veld', derived from Dutch 'vel' (field), referring to the open landscape of South Africa.

Fun Fact

The veld is home to the 'Big Five' African game animals (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and cape buffalo) and supports one of the world's richest concentrations of biodiversity.

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