Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arroyo
noun
əˈrɔɪoʊ
Definition
A small, usually dry creek or stream bed, often found in a desert or arid environment.
Examples
- The heavy rains transformed the normally dry arroyo into a rushing stream.
- Hiking along the arroyo, we spotted various wildlife that thrived in the area.
- Arroyos are common in many southwestern landscapes, providing unique ecosystems.
Meaning
An arroyo is a gully or a shallow channel that typically carries water only during periods of heavy rainfall.
Synonyms
- gully
- ravine
- wash
- drainage channel
