A low-lying area of grassland that is subject to seasonal flooding.

(simile) Abundantly; consumed rapidly or found in great quantity.

An expanse of an ocean, sea, or large lake which is distant from shore and devoid of nearby islands or other obstructions.

present participle of water down

Tropical duckweed, water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes).

Alternative form of backwater; the water held back by a dam or other obstruction

Alternative spelling of semi-heavy water

(aviation) An aircraft used for firefighting by dropping large quantities of water on a fire.

That allows water to permeate through its structure

Alternative spelling of waterhole