What does sediment mean?
Sediment means A collection of small particles, particularly dirt, that precipitates from a river or other body of water..
Sediment
/ˈsɛd.ɪ.mənt/ · noun
Meaning
A collection of small particles, particularly dirt, that precipitates from a river or other body of water..
Definitions by Sense
- A collection of small particles, particularly dirt, that precipitates from a river or other body of water.
- (transitive) To deposit material as a sediment.
- (intransitive) To be deposited as a sediment.
Example Sentences
The Nile delta is composed of sediment that was washed down and deposited at the mouth of the river.
Synonyms for sediment
Antonyms for sediment
Related Words
Word Forms
- sediments
- sedimenting
- sedimented
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sediment?
Common synonyms include deposit.
What is the opposite of sediment?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sediment in a sentence?
The Nile delta is composed of sediment that was washed down and deposited at the mouth of the river.
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