Definition

The movement of water through the soil, especially after rain or snow, which helps to replenish groundwater.

Example

After the heavy rain, the interflow helped to nourish the plants in the garden.

Conversation

Did you notice how quickly the ground soaked up the rain yesterday?

Yeah, it was surprising! I thought there would be more puddles.

I guess that's the effect of good interflow in the soil.

Definitely! It helps keep everything from flooding, which is great.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To mix or flow together, especially in reference to liquids or fluids.

Example

The rivers interflow during the rainy season, creating a larger body of water.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen how the colors interflow in a sunset?

Yeah, it's amazing how beautifully they mix together.

I love when the pink and orange interflow with the blue sky.

Root Explanation

Interflow → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "flow" (from Old English "flowan", meaning to flow). The word describes the act of flowing between or among different entities.

Memory Tip

Think of things 'flowing' ('flow') 'between' ('inter-') each other — that's what interflow means.

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