avulsion

Definition of "avulsion"
  1. A sudden change in the border of two properties caused by a sudden shift in the course of a river or stream
How to use "avulsion" in a sentence
  1. The storm led to a radical avulsion, altering the property lines by the river bank.
  2. My property increased in size due to an avulsion after the heavy rains.
  3. Due to avulsion, the thicket is now part of my neighbor's property as the stream shifted course.

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