veld
nounUK /velt/
US /velt/
Open grassy land in southern Africa with few trees.
The zebras ran across the wide veld.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The open country of South Africa away from towns.
They traveled far into the veld to find peace.
3. Land covered mostly with grass and low bushes.
Spring rains turned the veld bright green.
4. A wild, unspoiled natural area.
Lions still roam parts of the veld.