Swamp Definition & Meaning
swamp
- noun
- low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog
- a situation fraught with difficulties and imponderables; "he was trapped in a medical swamp"
- verb
- drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged; "The tsunami swamped every boat in the harbor"
- fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid; "the basement was inundated after the storm"; "The images flooded his mind"
"Swamp" in song lyrics
See how swamp is used in real songs:
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"Park the limousine, in front of the swamp"
3rd Bass — Pop Goes the Weasel -
"Got a rugged smoke-green halo floatin' inches off the swamp"
Aesop Rock — How to Be a Carpenter -
"Comin from that swamp"
Big Mike — World of Mind
Words that rhyme with swamp
Usage tips for "swamp"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "swamp" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for swamp to find words that pair well.