noun · a tract of grassland or meadow; a grassy area often found in wetlands or highlands.

这片草甸上长满了野花。

abbreviation · an official in charge of royal fields or agricultural land in ancient times

甸人掌管着王室的田地和祭祀。

suburbs or outskirts of a capital city

京甸地区的土地非常肥沃。

proper name · surname Dian

甸是一个比较罕见的姓氏。