Swampland (Noun)
Meaning
Low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The park ranger warned us to stay on the trail and avoid wandering into the swampland, where the cypress trees towered above the murky waters.
- After the heavy rainfall, the swampland adjacent to the lake was filled with standing water, making it difficult to navigate.
- The wildlife refuge protected a large area of swampland, which was home to numerous species of birds, alligators, and fish.
- As we paddled through the swampland, the creaking of the wooden cypress trees and the chirping of the birds filled the air.
- The conservation effort focused on preserving the swampland, which was crucial for filtering rainwater and preventing erosion in the nearby communities.