Mudslide
(noun)
- A mass of mud, rocks, and debris that moves rapidly down a slope, often caused by heavy rainfall or an earthquake.
- A landslide of mud and rock.
Origin:
19th century: from mud + slide.
Examples:
- The heavy rain caused a mudslide that blocked the road.
- The mudslide destroyed several houses in the town.
- Mudslides can be dangerous and cause significant damage to property.
- The mudslide was triggered by the heavy rain from the storm.
- The mudslide was a result of the erosion of the hillside.