swamp

[swɔmp] n.沼泽,沼泽地

Pronunciation

/swɑːmp/

Definitions

Noun

A swamp is a wetland characterized by saturated soil, slow-moving or standing water, and dense vegetation. It often occurs in low-lying areas with poor drainage or high water tables.

Verb

To swamp can mean:

  1. To overwhelm or bury with excessive work or tasks: “The project swamped her with responsibilities.”
  2. To submerge or flood: “The heavy rain swamped the streets.”
  3. (Informal) To dominate or overpower someone: “His ideas swamped the discussion.”

Adjective

  1. Swampy: Having a swamp-like condition; boggy: “The ground was swampy after the rain.”
  2. Impoverished or impoverished: “The region was economically swamped by poverty.”

Adverb

Not applicable forswampas an adverb.

Phrases

Example Sentences

Synonyms

  • Marsh
  • Bog
  • Mire
  • Quagmire
  • Fen
  • Boggy
  • Waterlogged
  • Swampy ground
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