Swampland

Pronunciation: /ˈswɑmpˈɫænd/

Swampland (noun)

  1. Land that is very wet and muddy, often with slow-moving water and plants that grow in wet places.
  2. A situation or area where progress is hard because conditions are confusing, unstable, or harmful.

Examples

  • The hikers avoided the swampland near the river.
  • Birds often hide in the swampland during the day.