高こう燥そう

na-adjective, noun

high and dry

Describes land or ground that is elevated and well-drained, opposite of 低湿 (low and damp). Often used in geographical or agricultural contexts.

See also: 低湿

• この地ち域いきは高こう燥そうな土と地ちで、水みずはけが良よい。

  This area is high and dry land with good drainage.

• 高こう燥そうの地ちは果か樹じゅ栽さい培ばいに適てきしている。

  High and dry ground is suitable for fruit cultivation.