ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Sedimentation

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Sedimentation is a noun meaning The separation of a suspension of solid particles into a concentrated slurry and a supernatant liquid, either to concentrate the solid or to clarify the liquid.

Meaning

The separation of a suspension of solid particles into a concentrated slurry and a supernatant liquid, either to concentrate the solid or to clarify the liquid.

Word Forms

Synonyms for sedimentation

Depending on context, synonyms include deposit, alluviation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include alluviation, deposit, silt, siltation, sediment, erosion.

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