Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sediment
noun
/ˈsɛd.ɪ.mənt/
Definition
Sediment refers to particles of soil, sand, and minerals that settle at the bottom of a liquid, often water.
Examples
- After the heavy rains, a layer of sediment formed at the bottom of the river.
- The geologist analyzed the sediment to understand the Earth’s history.
- Clearing the pond of excess sediment improved the habitat for fish.
Meaning
Sediment is the material that accumulates in layers on the ground or at the bottom of bodies of water due to processes like erosion or deposition.
Synonyms
- Deposit
- Settling
- Alluvium
