Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mudbank

Noun
/ˈmʌdˌbæŋk/
Definition
A deposit of mud or silt, especially one that forms along a shoreline or in a river.
Examples
  • The fishermen navigated carefully around the mudbank to avoid running aground.
  • After the storm, the mudbank was covered in debris from the ocean.
  • Birds often find food along the edges of the mudbank at low tide.
Meaning
A mudbank is typically an area where mud aggregates, often found in coastal regions and riverbeds. It can serve as a habitat for various aquatic life and can affect navigation and land use.
Synonyms
  • mire
  • silt bank
  • sediment bank