overbank Definition
the area of land next to a river or stream that is covered by water when the river or stream overflows.
Using overbank: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overbank" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The overbank of the river was flooded after heavy rain.
Example
The town built a park on the overbank of the stream.
overbank Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for overbank
- floodplain
- floodway
- inundation zone
Phrases with overbank
the flow of water from a river or stream that exceeds the capacity of its channel and spills onto the overbank
Example
The overbank flow caused severe flooding in the surrounding areas.
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The overbank deposit contains a rich variety of plant and animal fossils.
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The overbank sediment is an important source of nutrients for the surrounding vegetation.
Summary: overbank in Brief
'Overbank' [oh-ver-bangk] refers to the area of land next to a river or stream that is covered by water when the river or stream overflows. It is also known as a floodplain or floodway and can be affected by overbank flow, which is the flow of water that exceeds the capacity of the river or stream's channel. Overbank deposits and sediments are important sources of nutrients for surrounding vegetation.
