What is "degem"

Degem is one of the woredas in Semien Shewa Zone of Oromiya Region in Ethiopia. Degem is bordered on the south by Muger River which separates it from Misraq Welega Zone, on the west by Kuyu, on the northwest by Hidabu Abote, on the north by Jamma River which separates it from Amhara Region, on the northeast by Gerar Jarso, and on the east by Yaya Gulele and Debre Libanos. Towns in Degem include Alidoro and Anbiso.