What is another word for flood-meadow?
Pronunciation: [flˈʌdmˈɛdə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Flood-meadows, also known as floodplains, are areas of low-lying land that are prone to flooding. Synonyms for flood-meadow include wetlands, marshes, swamps, boglands, and lowlands. Wetlands are areas of land that are saturated with water, supporting vegetation such as reeds, rushes, and sedges. Marshes are wetlands that have a mixture of standing water and dry land, characterized by tall grasses and no woody vegetation. Swamps are wetlands that are dominated by woody vegetation, such as trees and shrubs. Boglands are wetlands that are dominated by peat, a type of soil composed of partially decomposed plant material. Lowlands are areas of land that are lower than the surrounding land, often characterized by waterlogged soil and high water tables.
