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Wordabulary

fluvial

Pronunciation
Adjective B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

Relating to or produced by a river.

"The canyon's smooth walls were carved by fluvial erosion over millions of years."

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Which word fits the gap? "The canyon's smooth walls were carved by _____ erosion over millions of years."

Answer: fluvial

In your own words, what does "fluvial" mean?

Relating to or produced by a river.

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