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 plural

Synonyms of wetland

• marsh
• swamp

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

The 2023 ruling sharply limited the federal government’s authority over water pollution in certain wetlands. — Matthew Daly, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Peatlands are wetlands that are proficient in accumulating organic matter, preserving the bounty of life and death in layers of watery peat. — Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2026

Those steps include reviews involving water and sewer service, stormwater management, wetlands, utilities, building requirements and fire safety, according to the county's project update. — Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

Don’t miss the Calvin Ecosystem Preserve and Native Gardens, with its network of scenic trails through more than 100 acres of forests and wetlands. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wetland

• armband
• backhand
• bandstand
• baseband
• broadband
• command
• cropland
• demand
• disband
• dreamland
• expand
• farmhand

Kids Definition

wetland

noun

wet·​land ˈwet-ˌland 

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

—usually used in plural