'Diluviums' definitions:
Definition of 'Diluviums'
From: GCIDE
- Diluvium \Di*lu"vi*um\, n.; pl. E. Diluviums, L. Diluvia. [L. diluvium. See Dilute, Deluge.] (Geol.) A deposit of superficial loam, sand, gravel, stones, etc., caused by former action of flowing waters, or the melting of glacial ice. [1913 Webster]
- Note: The accumulation of matter by the ordinary operation of water is termed alluvium. [1913 Webster]