Bayou: meaning, definitions and examples

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bayou

 

[ หˆbaษช.u ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geographical feature

A bayou is a slow-moving or stagnant body of water typically found in low-lying areas, especially in the southern United States. Bayous are characterized by their marshy surroundings and can be freshwater or saltwater. They are often associated with the swamps of Louisiana.

Synonyms

marsh, swamp, wetland

Examples of usage

  • The alligator swam through the murky waters of the bayou.
  • We took a boat ride to explore the beauty of the bayou.
  • The bayou ecosystem is vital for many species of wildlife.
  • Fishing in the bayou can be both relaxing and rewarding.

Translations

Translations of the word "bayou" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pรขntano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคฏเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sumpf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rawa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพะปะพั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bagno

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚คใƒฆใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท marais

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pantano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bataklฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Šช

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุชู†ู‚ุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ baลพina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ moฤiar

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒผๆณฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ moฤvirje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรฝri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ะฟะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒšแƒแƒฎแƒแƒ•แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ batqa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pantano

Etymology

The word 'bayou' comes from the Louisiana French term 'bajoue', which itself is derived from the Choctaw word 'bayuk', meaning 'small stream'. The term was used to describe the slow-moving waters typical of the bayou ecosystems found in the southern United States. Over time, the word became popularized in English to refer to both the geographical features and the unique cultural aspects associated with bayous, particularly in Louisiana, where they play a significant role in local ecology, economy, and culture. Bayous serve as crucial habitats for various flora and fauna and have become emblematic of the Southern landscape, often depicted in literature, music, and art.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,324, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.