Billabong

Example:The explorers discovered a small billpond in the middle of the desert, a rare find that piqued their interest.

Definition:A small waterbody, usually intermittent, found in arid or semi-arid regions, similar to a billabong.

Example:While the billabong is a seasonal waterbody, the nearby swamp remains waterlogged year-round.

Definition:A wetland usually covered by vegetation and often waterlogged, but distinct from a billabong which is typically in riverine contexts.