Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
riverbed
noun
/ˈrɪvərˌbɛd/
Definition
The channel or bottom of a river where water flows.
Examples
- The riverbed was dry after months of little rainfall.
- Fish often hide among the rocks in the riverbed.
- During the summer, children play in the shallow riverbed.
Meaning
The riverbed is the ground that lies beneath a river, typically composed of soil, sand, or rocks. It can change shape and size depending on the flow of water and sediment over time.
Synonyms
- Streambed
- Watercourse
- River channel
- Fluvial bed
