peatland

American  

[peet-land] / ˈpitˌlænd /

noun

1. an extensive tract of land where peat has formed.

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peatland British  

/ ˈpiːtˌlænd /

noun

1. an area of land consisting of peat bogs, usually containing many species of flora and fauna

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Etymology

Origin of peatland

First recorded in 1905–10; peat ¹ + -land

Example Sentences

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peatland

Days of dry and windy weather have made conditions challenging for fire crews and volunteers tackling flames burning across peatland moors and in woodland.

From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026

"These peatland habitats are vitally important for all of us," he said.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

But the name stuck and, given how much work he has done to restore peatland, few would argue with it, said colleague Hanna Huws.

From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026

Protected woodland and hedgerows would be adversely affected, he said, and the scheme would result in "the unacceptable disturbance, degradation and loss" of "irreplaceable peatland".

From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026

A long-awaited peatland strategy was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs last year.

From BBC ● May 15, 2026