Sĭlt1, n.
[From the root of sile, Prov. Eng. sile, silt, sediment.]
- Salt marsh or mud. [Obs.] Hale.
- Mud or fine earth deposited from running or standing water. Dana.
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Silt
Sĭlt2, v. t.
[imp. & p. p. SILTED; p. pr. & vb. n. SILTING.] To choke, fill, or obstruct with mud.
Sĭlt3, v. i.
To flow into, or percolate through, crevices or narrow places, as muddy water; to ooze.