marshmen
/ˈmɑːʃˌmɛn/Definitions
1. noun
Members of a tribe or group of people who live in marshy or swampy areas.
“The archaeologists discovered evidence of the ancient marshmen’s settlements in the dense wetlands.”
2. noun
A mythical or fictional creature that inhabits marshy or swampy areas, often depicted as a humanoid figure with animal-like features.
“In the folklore of the region, the marshmen were said to be shape-shifters with the ability to adapt to their surroundings.”