The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
n. A lowland area, such as a marsh or swamp, that is saturated with moisture, especially when regarded as the natural habitat of wildlife: a program to preserve our state's wetlands.
n. Land that is covered mostly with water, with occasional marshy and soggy areas.
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n. a low area where the land is saturated with water
Word Usage
"If threatened or endangered species are present, the wetland is classified as an exceptional value wetland and warrants a 150-foot transition area from the wetland to the closest activity."