low-lying
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈləʊˈlaɪ.ɪŋ/
adj
- Lower than nearby areas.
“Coastal defences were breached at many places from the Humber right round to the outskirts of London, and the inundation of low-lying lands caused damage on a scale unequalled within living memory.”
“The route passes over low-lying land, the only item of note being the Cerebos salt works at Greatham, where one may catch a glimpse of the smart black diesel locomotive emblazoned with the firm's name writ large.”
- Located or situated below or near a sea level.
“low-lying islands”
- Of a person, lying low; concealed; hidden.