Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alagamento
Noun
ah-lah-gah-men-toh
Definition
Flooding or inundation caused by excessive rain or other water accumulation.
Examples
- The alagamento after the heavy storm caused widespread damage to homes.
- Local authorities issued warnings about possible alagamento in low-lying areas.
- During the alagamento, many residents were evacuated for their safety.
Meaning
A condition where water overflows onto land that is usually dry, particularly due to rainfall or the melting of snow.
Synonyms
- Inundation
- Flood
- Deluge