Meaning of the word "low lying" in English

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low lying

US /ˈloʊˌlaɪ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈləʊˌlaɪ.ɪŋ/

Adjective

situated at a low level, especially close to sea level

Example:
The village is located in a low-lying area, prone to flooding.
We could see the low-lying clouds drifting across the valley.