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peatland

/ˈpiːt.lænd/

/ˈpit.lænd/

Translations

peatlandnoun

peatlands

/ˈpiːt.lænd/

/ˈpit.lænd/

The peatland is an important carbon sink.

Торфяник является важным углеродным поглотителем.

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Synonyms

peatlandadjective

/ˈpiːtlənd/

/ˈpitˌlænd/

Used attributively to describe something related to or characteristic of peatlands.

peatlandnoun

A type of wetland area characterized by the accumulation of organic matter, primarily peat, which is partially decayed plant material.

The peatland was home to a variety of unique plant and animal species adapted to its waterlogged conditions.

peatlandadjective

Relating to, situated on, or characteristic of peatlands.

Peatland habitats support a range of specialized mosses.