Meaning
A region viewed in the context of its climate; a clime or zone.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From French plage, from Late Latin plagia, from Latin plaga (“region”) (cognate with English flake). Doublet of playa.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
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