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floodplain in French

floodplain in French is lit majeur — floodplain means flat land next to a river that often floods when there is heavy rain or a high tide.

floodplain in French

lit majeur

noun

(geography) An alluvial plain adjacent to a river formed by flooding during periods of high rain.

What does "floodplain" mean?

noun Flat land next to a river that often floods when there is heavy rain or a high tide.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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What is "floodplain" in French?

"floodplain" in French is lit majeur. floodplain means: Flat land next to a river that often floods when there is heavy rain or a high tide.

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