Alluvial

noun

Word Frequency: 1.6

Definitions

1.nounA deposition of sediment over a long period of time by a river; an alluvial layer.

2.nounAlluvial soil; specifically, in Australia, gold-bearing alluvial soil.

3.adjectivePertaining to the soil deposited by a stream.

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