1. a large area of land with very little water and few plants

1. to leave someone or something when you should stay
2. to leave military service without permission
Usage: military

Examples

• The Sahara is the largest hot desert in the world.
• Cacti can survive in the desert with very little water.
• He promised never to desert his family in times of trouble.
• The soldier was court-martialed for deserting his unit.
• Many animals have adapted to desert conditions.
• She felt deserted by her friends when she needed them most.
• The desert landscape stretched endlessly before them.