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
