mudslide

noun

UK/ˈmʌd.slaɪd/
US/ˈmʌd.slaɪd/

Definitions of mudslide noun

  1. Countable

    A rapid and sudden movement of wet earth down a steep incline; also refers to the flow of this earth.

    • The heavy rain triggered a mudslide on the hillside.

    • The mudslide destroyed homes and roads in its path.

    • Residents of the area were forced to evacuate due to frequent mudslides.