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    Diluvium , 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.
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    ☞ The accumulation of matter by the ordinary operation of water is termed alluvium.

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