diluvium Meaning, Definition & Usage

Di*lu"vi*um noun

Etymology

L. diluvium. See Dilute, Deluge.

Wordforms

plural E Diluviums L Diluvia

Definitions

1. (Geol.) A deposit of superficial loam, sand, gravel, stones, etc., caused by former action of flowing waters, or the melting of glacial ice. ✍ The accumulation of matter by the ordinary operation of water is termed alluvium.