riverwash

/ˈrɪvərˌwæʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

The sediment deposited by a river, especially at its mouth, where the river meets the sea or a lake.

“The coastal area was a mix of mudflats and riverwash, a unique ecosystem that supported a wide variety of wildlife.”

Synonyms

  • alluvium
  • sediment

Antonyms

  • erosion