savanna Meaning, Definition & Usage

Sa*van"na noun

Etymology

Of American Indian origin; cf. Sp. sabana, F. savane.

Definitions

1. A tract of level land covered with the vegetable growth usually found in a damp soil and warm climate, -- as grass or reeds, -- but destitute of trees. Spelt also savannah.

   Savannahs are clear pieces land without woods. Dampier.