Used in geography to describe land or water bodies with high silt content, often changing landscapes. The delta is characteristically silty due to sediment deposits.
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Agricultural Context
In farming, silty soil can be fertile, but may have drainage problems affecting crops. Farmers were cautious, knowing the silty soil required careful irrigation.
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Descriptive Imagery
Describes textures and clarity, often painting a picture of haziness or murkiness. After the storm, the usually clear stream flowed with a silty murk.