Meaning of the word sediment in English
What does sediment mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sediment
US /ˈsed.ə.mənt/
UK /ˈsed.ɪ.mənt/
Noun
1.
matter that settles to the bottom of a liquid; dregs
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There was a thick layer of sediment at the bottom of the old wine bottle.
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The river carries a lot of sediment downstream.
2.
rock formed from consolidated clay, mud, or sand
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Geologists study the layers of sediment to understand Earth's history.
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The fossil was found embedded in ancient marine sediment.
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