Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overwash

noun

/ˈoʊvərˌwɔːʃ/

Definition

The process by which water washes over the land, especially during a storm or flood.

Examples

After the hurricane, the beach suffered significant overwash, changing its landscape.
The coastal protection project aimed to mitigate overwash during storm surges.
We observed overwash effects in the wetlands after the heavy rains.

Meaning

Overwash refers to the movement of water and sediment across a coastal or riverine area, often leading to the deposition of material on the land due to wave action or flooding.