Definition

A place where mud collects, often found near the water's edge, and may be underwater.

Example

The children played on the mudbank, collecting shells and watching the tide come in.

Conversation

Have you ever seen that mudbank by the lake?

Yeah, it's kind of gross but interesting at the same time.

I wonder how it forms and if any animals live in the mudbank.

Probably! It could be a good spot for some birds to find food.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mudbank → The word is formed from "mud" (from Old English "mudd", meaning wet earth or soft soil) and "bank" (from Old English "banc", meaning a raised area or slope). A mudbank refers to a bank or raised area made of soft, wet earth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wet earth' ('mud') forming a 'raised area' ('bank') — that's what a mudbank is.

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