Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
white-water
Noun
/ˈwaɪt ˈwɔːtər/
Definition
Fast-moving, turbulent water in a river or stream, often characterized by the white foam that forms as the water rushes over rocks and other obstacles.
Examples
- We went white-water rafting on the river last summer.
- The kayakers navigated through the challenging white-water rapids.
- During the spring melt, the rivers become filled with white-water.
Meaning
The term ‘white-water’ refers to the frothy, turbulent water found in rapids or streams where the water flows quickly and can create a rough surface.
Synonyms
- rapids
- turbulent water
- fast water
