Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
landslide
Noun
/ˈlændˌslaɪd/
Definition
A landslide is the sudden movement of rock, earth, or debris down a slope.
Examples
- The landslide after the heavy rainfall blocked the road.
- Emergency services were called to assist after the landslide buried several homes.
- She was fascinated by the geology of landslides and their causes.
Meaning
It commonly occurs when there is an increase in saturation from rain or snowmelt that weakens the material holding the slope together.
Synonyms
- mudslide
- rockslide
- slip
- debris flow
