Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

river-bed

noun
/ˈrɪvər bɛd/
Definition
The bottom of a river, where water flows and sediments are deposited.
Examples
  • The river-bed was dry after several weeks of no rain.
  • They found fossils embedded in the river-bed.
  • Children often play along the shallow river-bed during warm days.
Meaning
The river-bed refers to the foundational layer of a river, typically composed of materials like sand, gravel, or rock, which supports the flow of water above it.
Synonyms
  • river bottom
  • stream bed
  • riverbed