terrain

UK
/təˈreɪn/
US
/təˈreɪn/

Translations

terrainnoun
terrains
pl
UK
/təˈreɪn/
US
/təˈreɪn/
terrainSens concret : étendue de terre, surface du sol, relief.
The hikers were prepared for the rough terrain they would encounter on their journey.
Les randonneurs étaient préparés au terrain accidenté qu’ils rencontreraient pendant leur voyage.
Additional translations
domaineSens figuré : champ d’activité, sujet ou secteur de compétence.
terrainadjective
UK
/təˈreɪn/
US
/təˈreɪn/
Used attributively to modify another noun, especially in technical contexts (e.g., "terrain analysis").
topographiqueEmploi géographique et cartographique.
Accurate terrain data are essential for designing the pipeline route.
Des données topographiques précises sont essentielles pour concevoir l’itinéraire du pipeline.

Definitions

terrainnoun
A stretch of land, especially with regard to its physical features.
The hikers were prepared for the rough terrain they would encounter on their journey.
A particular type of land surface, such as desert, forest, or mountain.
The military vehicles were designed to handle all types of terrain.
An area or sphere of activity, experience, or subject matter; territory in a figurative sense.
The debate ventured into unfamiliar terrain for most of the participants.
terrainadjective
Relating to or suitable for a particular type of land surface.
Accurate terrain data are essential for designing the pipeline route.