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siltation Definition and Meaning in English (siltation definition)

noun
Synonyms:sedimentationdeposition
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Siltation definition: Siltation is the process of a body of water becoming filled with silt or sediment, often reducing its depth and capacity.

Definitions of Siltation

  1. 1noun

    Siltation is the process of a body of water becoming filled with silt or sediment, often reducing its depth and capacity.

Example Sentences

“Siltation can severely impact the ecosystem of a lake.”

“The dam is facing problems due to rapid siltation.”

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past participlesilted
gerundsilting
nounsilt

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Siltation definition: Siltation is the process of a body of water becoming filled with silt or sediment, often reducing its depth and capacity.
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'Siltation' translates to 'siltation' in English. Siltation definition: Siltation is the process of a body of water becoming filled with silt or sediment, often reducing its depth and capacity.
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