Flood

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Definition: Flood

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Full Definition of Flood

A temporary overflow of a normally dry area due to overflow of a body of water, unusual buildup, runoff of surface waters, abnormal erosion, or undermining of shoreline. Floods can also be overflow of mudflow caused by buildup of water underground.

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Flood are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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