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Definition of marshland

marshland

/ˈmɑːrʃ.lænd/
Plural:marshlands
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marshland Lexical Profile

marshland Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An expanse of low-lying, poorly drained land that is frequently or permanently waterlogged and dominated by herbaceous plants such as grasses, reeds, and sedges rather than woody trees.

Example

"The coastal marshland serves as a vital breeding ground for migratory wading birds and amphibians."

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• Nearby Words

marshall islands
marshaller
marshiness
marshland
marshlike
marshmallow
marshmallowy

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English as a compound of marsh (from Old English mersc, meaning 'wetland' or 'bog') and land (from Old English land).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Marshland. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/marshland
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