Meaning of the word swamp in English

What does swamp mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

swamp

US /swɑːmp/

UK /swɒmp/

an area of low-lying, uncultivated ground where water collects; a bog or marsh.

Example:

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The explorers had to trek through a dense swamp.

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Many unique species of plants and animals thrive in the swamp ecosystem.

Synonym:

marsh bog fen mire quagmire

overwhelm (someone) with an excessive amount of something.

Example:

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The small team was swamped with work after the new project started.

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Heavy rains can swamp the low-lying areas.

Synonym:

overwhelm inundate flood deluge engulf