1. a large area of low-lying, swampy land with shallow water and dense vegetation, especially the subtropical wetland region in southern Florida
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to the Everglades of Florida; Typically used in plural form

Examples

• The Everglades is home to alligators, manatees, and many bird species.
• Tourists visit the Everglades to see the unique ecosystem and wildlife.
• The Everglades cover thousands of square miles in southern Florida.
• Drainage and development have threatened the Everglades over the past century.
• Airboats are a popular way to explore the shallow waters of the Everglades.