Definition

A noun that refers to the process of land being increased by the deposition of soil or sediment, often due to the action of water, or the area of land that is formed in this way.

Example

The alluvion created new land along the riverbank after the flood.

Conversation

Did you see the news about the river's alluvion last week?

Yeah, I heard it caused quite a bit of flooding in the area.

It's interesting how the alluvion can actually change the landscape over time.

Definitely! Nature has a way of reshaping things without us even noticing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Alluvion is derived from the Latin "alluvius" (meaning a wash or flood) and the suffix "-ion" (indicating an action or condition). The term refers to the process of being washed away or the sediment deposited by a flood.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for a wash or flood ('alluvius') to remember that 'alluvion' refers to the sediment or material that is washed away by water.

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