marshland

noun

marsh·​land ˈmärsh-ˌland How to pronounce marshland (audio)
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: a marshy tract or area : marsh

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one hundred acres of marshland grasses, sedges, and rushes are the plant species most commonly found in marshlands
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Tucked along the May River and surrounded by scenic marshlands, the resort offers accommodations ranging from inn rooms to signature residences, plus restaurants, a spa, golf, three pool areas, and programming for all ages. — Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 27 July 2026 This can lead to habitat loss and fragmentation, especially when projects are built in ecologically sensitive areas such as marshlands, marine ecosystems and similar. — Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026 Chef Ángel León serves half the menu outside on a pier so diners can soak in the sunsets and surrounding marshland. — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 June 2026 Hikers dip into shady trails lined with thick brush, a favorite path being the Myakka Canopy Walkway, which offers a rare peek into the ecosystems—both minuscule and massive—within the swampy marshland. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for marshland

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12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of marshland was in the 12th century

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“Marshland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marshland. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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marshland

noun
marsh·​land ˈmärsh-ˌland How to pronounce marshland (audio)
: a marshy area : marsh

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