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swampland

noun

ˈswämp-ˌland

Definition of swampland

as in marsh

spongy land saturated or partially covered with water much of the county's swampland was drained for agriculture

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Recent Examples of swampland Or, opt for an eco-tour through neighboring Everglades National Park’s labyrinthine sawgrass marsh and swampland, to experience the largest mangrove ecosystem the western hemisphere has to offer. — Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026 DeSantis allies embraced the imagery of razor wire, swampland and alligators with unusual enthusiasm. — Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026 Those initially detained by federal immigration authorities in the region have been held at Alligator Alcatraz, which was named in light of the 200,000 wild alligators that live in the surrounding swampland. — Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 9 May 2026 As with her earlier work, ecotourism will be a crucial component of conserving these feral swamplands and dry tropical forests at the heart of South America. — The Editors, Outside, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for swampland

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Along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the historic route connected waterfront communities that were once separated by rivers, bays, and marshes, creating a new way for travelers to experience the region’s seafood, architecture, and maritime traditions.

— Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026
Black rat snakes occupy an expansive range of habitats, from swamps and marshes to forests and fields.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of marsh

Noun

Staying safe from alligators in Florida Alligators have inhabited Florida's marshes, swamps, rivers and lakes for centuries and are found in all of Florida's 67 counties.

— Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026
The $20 billion Dangote Refinery built on swamp land on the outskirts of Lagos becomes the fourth Dangote Industries subsidiary to go public in Nigeria.

— Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of swamp

Noun

What were previously wetlands for parts of the year have been overtaken by vegetation, making the area less hospitable for birds and other creatures.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Sep. 2026
Managing 300 acres of diverse habitats – ranging from forests and fields to wetlands – requires significant support year-round.

— Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of wetland

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