noun Download 🔗Share A deposition of sediment over a long period of time by a river; an alluvial layer. Examples : "The fertile valley floor consists of rich alluvial, perfect for growing crops. " geology environment geography Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Alluvial soil; specifically, in Australia, gold-bearing alluvial soil. Examples : "After the heavy rains, prospectors searched the riverbed for alluvial, hoping to find traces of gold. " geology geography agriculture environment Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective Download 🔗Share Pertaining to the soil deposited by a stream. Examples : "The farmer planted his crops in the rich alluvial soil along the riverbank. " geology environment geography agriculture Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading