ClimateAugust 16, 2026
bottomlands
BOT-uhm-landz
Definition
Low-lying land situated along a river that is often subject to flooding.
Etymology
Derived from the combination of 'bottom' (referring to the lowest part of a valley) and 'land.' The term has been used in English since the 17th century to describe fertile, low-lying tracts of ground near water.
In the news
In the flood warning, bottomlands are identified as areas likely to be submerged as the river rises, indicating the specific regions at risk for agricultural and property damage.
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