Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cutbank
noun
/ˈkʌt.bæŋk/
Definition
A cutbank is a steep bank or cliff that is formed along the outer edges of a river or stream where the water has eroded the land.
Examples
- The hikers were careful near the cutbank, as the steep drop could be dangerous.
- In the spring, the cutbank becomes more pronounced due to melting snow and increased water flow.
- Birds often nest along cutbanks, where the overhang provides shelter from predators.
Meaning
The term ‘cutbank’ refers to a part of a riverbank that has been worn away by the force of flowing water, creating a sharp and often vertical drop.
Synonyms
- riverbank
- cliff
- bank
- ledge
