Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swale
noun
/sweɪl/
Definition
A swale is a low or hollow area of land that is often wet or marshy.
Examples
- A swale in the park caught the rainwater during the storm.
- The garden features a beautiful swale that supports diverse plant life.
- We installed a swale to redirect the water away from the house.
Meaning
Swales are naturally occurring or artificially created depressions in the landscape that help manage water runoff.
Synonyms
- depression
- hollow
- valley
- ditch
