Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dry-riverbed
noun
/draɪ ˈrɪvərbɛd/
Definition
A dry-riverbed is the channel of a river that is permanently or temporarily devoid of water.
Examples
- The dry-riverbed was a reminder of the past floods that transformed the valley.
- After the drought, the dry-riverbed became a popular spot for hikers exploring the area.
- Children often play in the dry-riverbed, building sand castles and searching for fossils.
Meaning
It refers to the landscape feature that shows where a river once flowed, often filled with sand or gravel where water is no longer present.
Synonyms
- desiccated riverbed
- abandoned river channel
- dry channel
