silt
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for silt, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Fine particles of soil or mud carried and deposited by moving water.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use silt
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English silte, possibly related to a verb meaning "to filter or strain," and to Germanic words for a salty marsh.
Full origin of silt →Frequently asked questions
What does “silt” mean?
The word “silt” means fine particles of soil or mud carried and deposited by moving water. In plain terms, fine mud or sediment left behind by flowing water.
How do you pronounce “silt”?
“Silt” is pronounced sihlt (/sɪlt/ in IPA).
How do you use “silt” in a sentence?
Here is “silt” used in a sentence: “Years of silt had built up at the mouth of the river.”
What part of speech is “silt”?
Depending on how it is used, “silt” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “silt” come from?
The word “silt” comes from Middle English. From Middle English silte, possibly related to a verb meaning "to filter or strain," and to Germanic words for a salty marsh.
How many meanings does “silt” have?
“Silt” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fine particles of soil or mud carried and deposited by moving water.