: the channel occupied or formerly occupied by a stream
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They were scattered across the streambed, ready to be picked up while snorkeling.—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026 ProPublica and High Country News observed overgrazing in multiple states, including streambeds trampled by cattle, grasslands denuded by grazing and creeks fouled by cow corpses.—Mark Olalde, ProPublica, 12 Jan. 2026 Because of its moisture needs, it is best planted near a body of water, such as a pond or streambed, or in low, damp spots.—Lauren David, Southern Living, 6 July 2025 Scour is erosion of streambed or bank material due to flowing water, a DOT official said during that meeting.—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for streambed