Death Valley


noun

an arid basin in E California and S Nevada: lowest land in North America. About 1500 sq. mi. (3900 sq. km); 280 feet (85 meters) below sea level.

British Dictionary definitions for death valley

Death Valley

noun

a desert valley in E California and W Nevada: the lowest, hottest, and driest area of the US. Lowest point: 86 m (282 ft) below sea level. Area: about 3885 sq km (1500 sq miles)

Cultural definitions for death valley

Death Valley

Desert valley in southeastern California and southwestern Nevada.

notes for Death Valley

The lowest point in North America — 282 feet below sea level.