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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A barren area of land or desolate terrain, especially one with little water or vegetation; a wasteland.
  • usually in plural That which is considered to be merited; a just punishment or reward

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Verb:

  • To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.
  • To leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission

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