1. A tract of relatively high, well-drained land in northern Europe, especially in the Netherlands and Germany, typically composed of sand and gravel deposited by glaciers.
Usage: geology; regional (Northern Europe)

Examples

• The geest region of the Netherlands is characterized by sandy soils and glacial deposits.
• Farmers in the geest areas have adapted their crops to the well-drained, nutrient-poor soils.
• The geest contrasts sharply with the low-lying polder lands to the west.