colluvies Antonyms
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Meaning of colluvies
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colluvies (n.)
A collection or gathering, as of pus, or rubbish, or odds and ends.
A medley; offscourings or rabble.
colluvies Sentence Examples
- The colluvies at the base of the mountain consisted of loose rocks and debris.
- Geologists studied the composition of the colluvies to understand the processes of erosion and sedimentation.
- Heavy rainfall caused a significant buildup of colluvies along the riverbank.
- The colluvies formed a natural barrier, protecting the village from landslides.
- Plant roots often penetrate deep into the colluvies, stabilizing the slope.
- Archaeologists sifted through layers of colluvies in search of ancient artifacts.
- The erosion of the hillside led to the deposition of colluvies on the valley floor.
- Farmers utilized the nutrient-rich colluvies to fertilize their crops.
- The colluvies posed challenges for road construction in mountainous regions.
- Engineers implemented measures to control erosion and prevent the accumulation of colluvies near infrastructure.
FAQs About the word colluvies
A collection or gathering, as of pus, or rubbish, or odds and ends., A medley; offscourings or rabble.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The colluvies at the base of the mountain consisted of loose rocks and debris.
Geologists studied the composition of the colluvies to understand the processes of erosion and sedimentation.
Heavy rainfall caused a significant buildup of colluvies along the riverbank.
The colluvies formed a natural barrier, protecting the village from landslides.
