bottomland

[US]/ˈbɒtəmˌlænd/
[UK]/ˈbɑːtəmˌlænd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.low-lying land near a river or stream, especially land that is often flooded; land along the banks of a river that is often submerged by floodwaters
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Phrases & Collocations

bottomland agriculture

bottomland ecosystems

bottomland forests

bottomland soils

bottomland restoration

floodplain bottomlands

riparian bottomland

wetland bottomlands

bottomland drainage

bottomland flooding

Example Sentences

the bottomland near the river is rich in nutrients.

farmers often plant crops in the fertile bottomland.

wildlife thrives in the protected bottomland areas.

the bottomland ecosystem supports various species.

during floods, the bottomland can become submerged.

bottomland forests are crucial for maintaining biodiversity.

we explored the bottomland to observe the local wildlife.

bottomland areas are often used for recreational activities.

soil in the bottomland is typically more moist than upland soil.

bottomland restoration projects help improve water quality.

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