Alluvial Sediment (Noun)
Meaning
Clay or silt or gravel carried by rushing streams and deposited where the stream slows down.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The river's alluvial sediment accumulated at its mouth, creating a fertile delta perfect for farming.
- Over time, the alluvial sediment carried by the stream built up a thick layer of gravel and sand.
- Geologists studied the alluvial sediment in the valley to learn about the region's ancient water flow patterns.
- After a heavy rainfall, the creek's alluvial sediment was redeposited downstream, changing the landscape.
- The alluvial sediment carried by the river was rich in gold, attracting prospectors to the area.