profluvium

/ˌproʊflʊˈvɪəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a deposit of material carried by a river, such as sand or silt, and deposited at a point where the current is slower, often forming a delta or alluvial fan.

“The profluvium from the nearby river had created a large delta, providing a habitat for various wildlife species.”

Synonyms

  • alluvium
  • delta

Antonyms

  • deflation
  • erosion