wetland

noun
UK: /ˈwet.lænd/
US: /ˈwet.lænd/

  1. An area of land that is covered with shallow water, either salt or fresh.

    1. This wetland is home to many birds, so it's protected by law.
    2. The coastal wetland provides a crucial habitat for migrating waterfowl and shorebirds.

Synonyms

marsh slough moor swamp mire bog fen
wetland adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a wetland.

    1. The wetland plants thrive in the moist environment.
    2. Preservation of wetland habitats is essential for biodiversity conservation efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "wetland" is /ˈwet.lænd/ in British English and /ˈwet.lænd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "wetland": marsh, slough, moor, swamp, mire, bog, fen.

Example usage of "wetland": "This wetland is home to many birds, so it's protected by law.". More examples on the page.