ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
Usage: often attributive
: a region characterized by the intricate and sharp erosional sculpture of generally weak rocks usually forming nearly horizontal beds, generally developing in decomposed granite, loess, or other soft material, lacking or having only scanty vegetation, and consisting of steep, furrowed, or fantastically formed hills, labyrinthine drainage, and normally dry watercourses or arroyos
the badlands of So. Dakota
badland topography