marsh

/mɑɹʃ/

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Also seen as: marshes

Meaning · English

An area of low, wet land, often with tall grass or herbaceous plants.

Noun

Examples

Many animals live in the marsh.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “marsh” mean?

An area of low, wet land, often with tall grass or herbaceous plants.

Is “marsh” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.