Ecological Habitats

2 words in this vocabulary list

moor scree

moor

noun a tract of open, peaty, wasteland, often overgrown with heath, common in high latitudes and altitudes where drainage is poor; heath

verb to secure a boat by attaching it to a fixed object or tying it up

  • The moor was vast and desolate, stretching as far as the eye could see.
  • Let's take a hike on the moor this weekend, it's so peaceful out there.
  • I heard some kids were partying on the moor last night, it's a popular spot for that.
  • His mind was like a dark and foggy moor, filled with uncertainty and confusion.

scree

noun loose rock debris on a steep mountainside or cliff

  • The scree on the mountainside made hiking very difficult.
  • I slipped on the scree while trying to climb up the hill.
  • Watch out for the scree, it's super slippery.
  • The scree of negative comments online can be overwhelming.