noun
- a marshy coastal plain, especially in Italy
Usage: geography
Examples
- The Maremma region of Tuscany was once known for its malaria-infested swamps.
- Ancient Romans avoided settling in the maremma due to disease.
- Modern drainage systems have transformed the maremma into fertile farmland.
- Wildlife thrives in the protected maremma wetlands.
- The maremma stretches along the Mediterranean coast.
- Cattle graze in the reclaimed maremma areas.