What is another word for sediment deposition?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛdɪmənt dˌɛpəsˈɪʃən] (IPA) 
Sediment deposition refers to the settling of sediment particles on a surface or in a body of water. Some common synonyms for sediment deposition include sedimentation, settling, accumulation, deposition, and sediment buildup. Sedimentation refers to the process of sediment particles settling out of suspension and sinking to the bottom of a body of water. Settling refers to the gradual sinking of sediment particles due to gravity. Accumulation refers to the gradual buildup of sediment over time. Deposition refers to the laying down of sediment particles on a surface. Finally, sediment buildup refers to the gradual accumulation of sediment particles on a surface or in a body of water.
