silt up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To become filled or clogged with silt.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Now the estuary has silted up, and only small pleasure craft can sail up the narrow channel.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “silt up” mean?
To become filled or clogged with silt.
Is “silt up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.