Playa
noun
A dry lake bed that is often found in desert regions, typically consisting of clay and salt.
The group traveled to the central playa to camp under the stars.
Usage tips
Neutral
dry lake, mud flat, salt flat
noun
A slang term for a person who is charming, flirtatious, and often engages in casual romantic relationships.
He's a playa, always charming everyone at parties.
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Informal
smooth talker, charmer, flirt
noun
A dry lake bed that is often found in desert regions, typically consisting of clay and salt.
The group traveled to the central playa to camp under the stars.
Usage tips
Neutral
dry lake, mud flat, salt flat
noun
A slang term for a person who is charming, flirtatious, and often engages in casual romantic relationships.
He's a playa, always charming everyone at parties.
Usage tips
Informal
smooth talker, charmer, flirt
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Geography
Playas are significant in understanding desert ecosystems.
'The vast playa supports unique wildlife. '
Pro Tip 2/3Environmental Science
Studying playas helps in conservation efforts.
'Ecologists research the ecological balance of playas.'
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphoric Use
Playas can symbolize solitude or emptiness.
'He felt like a playa, surrounded by nothing but dust and echoes.'
Pro Tip 1/3Geography
Playas are significant in understanding desert ecosystems.
'The vast playa supports unique wildlife. '
Pro Tip 2/3Environmental Science
Studying playas helps in conservation efforts.
'Ecologists research the ecological balance of playas.'
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphoric Use
Playas can symbolize solitude or emptiness.
'He felt like a playa, surrounded by nothing but dust and echoes.'
Pro Tip 1/3Geography
Playas are significant in understanding desert ecosystems.
'The vast playa supports unique wildlife. '
Pro Tip 2/3Environmental Science
Studying playas helps in conservation efforts.
'Ecologists research the ecological balance of playas.'
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphoric Use
Playas can symbolize solitude or emptiness.
'He felt like a playa, surrounded by nothing but dust and echoes.'
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