muskeggy

/mʌskɛgi/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a wetland or peatland with a thick layer of partially decayed vegetation

“The hikers navigated through the muskeggy terrain with caution.”

2. adjective

covered with muskeg

“The landscape was muskeggy and hard to traverse.”

Synonyms

  • peaty
  • wet

Antonyms

  • arid
  • dry