What is another word for river delta?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɪvə dˈɛltə] (IPA) 
When we talk about a "river delta," we usually think of a triangular-shaped landform where a river meets the sea or a large lake. But did you know that this geographical feature has many synonyms? Some call it a "distributary delta" or a "triangular alluvial fan." In some regions, it's referred to as a "floodplain delta" or a "coastal plain delta." Other similar terms include "estuarine delta," "tidal delta," and "fan delta." No matter what you call it, a river delta is an essential part of the ecosystem as it provides habitats for many aquatic and land animals and serves as an important source of sediment and nutrients for vegetation and marine life.
