Marshier: meaning, definitions and examples

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marshier

 

[ ˈmɑrʃɪər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

characteristics of land

Marshier refers to something that is more characteristic of or resembling a marsh. It typically describes land or areas that are waterlogged or soggy. This term is often used in ecological and geographical contexts to describe habitats that are dominated by wetland vegetation and saturated soil. Marshy areas can support a unique array of wildlife and plants that thrive in these damp conditions.

Synonyms

boggy, swampy, wetland

Examples of usage

  • The marshier parts of the landscape are teeming with frogs.
  • We found marshier ground in the lowlands after the heavy rain.
  • The marshier sections of the park attract many migratory birds.
  • This region is known for its marshier environment, making it ideal for certain plant species.

Translations

Translations of the word "marshier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 мочарный

🇮🇳 नमकीन

🇩🇪 Sumpfig

🇮🇩 berawa

🇺🇦 болотний

🇵🇱 błotnisty

🇯🇵 湿地の

🇫🇷 marécageux

🇪🇸 pantanoso

🇹🇷 bataklık

🇰🇷 습기 있는

🇸🇦 مستنقعي

🇨🇿 močálovitý

🇸🇰 močaristý

🇨🇳 沼泽的

🇸🇮 močvarnat

🇮🇸 mýrar

🇰🇿 батпақты

🇬🇪 ბრახუნა

🇦🇿 batqa

🇲🇽 pantano

Word origin

The word 'marshier' is derived from the noun 'marsh', which comes from the Middle English 'mersh', meaning a swampy area or low-lying land. The origins can be traced back to Proto-Germanic *marska, which has similar forms in German ('Moos') and Nordic languages ('myrs'). The suffix '-ier' is a comparative form, used in English to indicate a greater degree of the quality described by the root word. In this case, 'marshier' suggests a greater presence of marsh-like characteristics. The concept of marshes has been well known since ancient times, being significant due to their unique ecosystems and biodiversity. As urbanization increased, the study and preservation of marshy areas have become crucial in environmental science.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,552, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.