Definition

A type of land that has a lot of peat, which is a dark, organic material made from decayed plants. This land is often wet and can be found in areas like bogs.

Example

The peatland is home to many unique plants and animals that thrive in its moist environment.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a peatland before?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're really unique ecosystems.

Yeah, they are! I read that they store a lot of carbon, which is pretty cool.

That makes sense; we should definitely check one out sometime!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Peatland is formed from "peat" (from Old English *pǣt*, meaning a type of soil or decayed vegetable matter) and "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or soil). The term refers to land that is characterized by the presence of peat, which is a type of wetland soil rich in organic material.

Memory Tip

Think of 'peat' as the decayed material that makes up this special type of 'land' — peatland is simply land that has a lot of peat in it.

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