landflood

/lændˈflʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A flood of land, often caused by a tsunami, storm surge, or other natural disaster, resulting in the displacement of people and damage to infrastructure and the environment.

“The coastal town was severely affected by the landflood caused by the hurricane, leaving hundreds of homes destroyed.”

Synonyms

  • flood
  • landslide
  • mudslide

Antonyms

  • drought
  • dryland