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wetland

Pronunciation: [ˈwɛt.lænd]

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Learn how to use wetland in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “environment”

(noun) an area of land that is covered in water, either all the time or some of the time. Wetlands can be swamps, marshes, or bogs, and they are important for many plants and animals.

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The wetland is home to many unique species of birds and fish.

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A dry field is not a wetland; it does not have water covering the ground.

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What kinds of plants can you find in a wetland?

Context: “ecology”

(noun) a type of ecosystem that plays a role in filtering water and providing habitat for wildlife. Wetlands help clean the water and prevent floods.

Example

The wetland ecosystem helps keep our rivers clean by filtering out pollutants.

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A desert cannot provide the same benefits as a wetland ecosystem.

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How do wetlands support local wildlife?

How to pronounce wetland

Pronunciation: [ˈwɛt.lænd]

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