Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the delta
Noun
/ðə ˈdɛltə/
Definition
The delta refers to the landform that is created at the mouth of a river, where it meets a larger body of water, such as an ocean or a lake.
Examples
- The Nile delta is one of the most famous deltas in the world.
- Many species of fish thrive in the rich ecosystem of the delta.
- Farmers in the delta region benefit from the fertile soil.
Meaning
Deltas are characterized by their triangular shape, formed by the deposition of sediment carried by river water as the flow velocity decreases upon entering a standing water body.
Synonyms
- Estuary
- Alluvial fan
- Silt deposit
