CEFR B2

delta

noun

Meaning

The alluvial deposit at the mouth of a river, typically where it splits into several streams before entering the sea.

Examples

The Mississippi River delta is a vast and ecologically important region.
Farmers have long cultivated the rich soil of the river delta.

Synonyms: estuary, mouth, alluvium

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delta (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛltə/

Definition

The alluvial deposit at the mouth of a river, typically where it splits into several streams before entering the sea.

Examples

The Mississippi River delta is a vast and ecologically important region.
Farmers have long cultivated the rich soil of the river delta.
Coastal erosion is a major concern for many delta communities.

How to Use delta

delta of a river (prepositional phrase): The specific alluvial deposit at the mouth of a river. — "The Ganges delta is the largest in the world."
delta symbol (collocation): The graphical representation of the Greek letter delta. — "The delta symbol is used to indicate a small change."

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