fens Definition
- 1an area of low, flat, marshy land, typically covered with grasses and reeds
- 2a boggy or marshy area in a field or by a river
Using fens: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fens" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The fens of eastern England are known for their unique ecology.
Example
The farmer had to drain the fens in order to plant crops.
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The river overflowed its banks and flooded the surrounding fens.
fens Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with fens
a region of eastern England, covering parts of Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, and Essex, characterized by its flat, low-lying landscape and extensive drainage systems
Example
The Fens have been extensively drained and converted to farmland.
fen country
the area of the Fens or similar marshy regions
Example
He spent his childhood exploring the fen country around his home.
the low-lying areas of land surrounding the Fens
Example
The fenland is prone to flooding during heavy rain.
Summary: fens in Brief
'Fens' [fenz] refers to low-lying, marshy areas covered with grasses and reeds. It can also refer to boggy areas in fields or by rivers. The Fens is a region of eastern England known for its unique ecology and extensive drainage systems. 'Fen country' and 'fenland' describe the area surrounding the Fens. Examples include 'The farmer had to drain the fens in order to plant crops.'
