Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mudbank
Noun
/ˈmʌdˌbæŋk/
Definition
A deposit of mud or silt, especially one that forms along a shoreline or in a river.
Examples
- The fishermen navigated carefully around the mudbank to avoid running aground.
- After the storm, the mudbank was covered in debris from the ocean.
- Birds often find food along the edges of the mudbank at low tide.
Meaning
A mudbank is typically an area where mud aggregates, often found in coastal regions and riverbeds. It can serve as a habitat for various aquatic life and can affect navigation and land use.
Synonyms
- mire
- silt bank
- sediment bank
