Legal Definitions - marettum

MARETTUM

Marettum is a historical term used to describe marshy ground that is flooded by the sea. The word comes from the Latin words "mare" which means "the sea" and "tegere" which means "to cover".

One example of marettum is the salt marshes found along the coast of England. These marshes are flooded by the sea during high tide and are home to a variety of plants and animals that can survive in salty water.

Another example of marettum is the wetlands found along the coast of Louisiana in the United States. These wetlands are flooded by the Gulf of Mexico and are important habitats for many species of birds and fish.

The examples illustrate the definition of marettum by showing how marshy ground can be flooded by the sea. In both examples, the areas are home to unique ecosystems that have adapted to the salty water. The term marettum is used to describe these types of environments that are influenced by the sea.