wetland

noun

wet·​land ˈwet-ˌland 

-lənd

: land or areas (such as marshes or swamps) that are covered often intermittently with shallow water or have soil saturated with moisture

—usually used in plural

Synonyms

• bog
• fen
• marsh
• marshland
• mire
• moor
• morass
• muskeg
• slough
• slew
• slue
• swamp
• swampland
• wash

Examples of wetland in a Sentence

the conservation board has not always been rigorous in protecting the wetlands from development

Recent Examples on the Web

And that comes as the loss of wetlands has accelerated, and critical protections have eased. —Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024

These wetlands mimic conditions found in TB patients' lungs: acidic, low in nutrients, and oxygen-deprived. —Tom Howarth, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024

Found across Europe and as far east as Russia, this hardy amphibian thrives in a variety of habitats, from the temperate woodlands and wetlands of Scandinavia to the mountainous regions of Central Europe. —Scott Travers, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024

Additionally, in the east end of the park, a burn will take place adjacent to Beverly Shores in the Derby Ditch area, covering 150 acres to support wetland restoration by removing overgrown vegetation. —Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

wetland

noun

wet·​land ˈwet-ˌland 

: land or areas (as marshes or swamps) having much soil moisture

—usually used in plural