salt marsh

noun

: flat land subject to overflow by salt water

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Measures were also implemented to protect their nesting sites on the ground from predators and pets on beaches, sand dunes, salt marshes or the seaweed line along the shore. Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026 There are gorgeous swaths of untouched beaches, as well as dune, lagoon, pine flatland, salt marsh, and hammock habitats to explore. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 19 July 2026 Accessible only by private ferry off the coast of Georgia, the island is home to 18 miles of untouched beach, wild horses, salt marshes, and hiking trails lined with massive oak trees. Air Mail, 4 July 2026 Visitors can explore a network of scenic loop trails that wind through salt marshes and mangrove habitats, or opt for shorter, accessible paths with sweeping views over the Indian River Lagoon. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for salt marsh

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of salt marsh was before the 12th century

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“Salt marsh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/salt%20marsh. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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salt marsh

noun
: flat land that is overflowed by salt water

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