Found in river, embedded in that fossil there Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Found in river, embedded in that fossil there".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Found in river, embedded in that fossil there" corresponds to the answer SILT.

Here is why the answer fits the clue:

• Found in river: Silting is a natural process where sediment, including silt, is deposited in riverbeds over time. This ties the word "silt" directly to rivers.
• Embedded in that fossil there: Fossils often contain layers of sediment, including silt, which can become embedded within the fossilized remains. This points to the idea of silt being intertwined within fossils.

Therefore, the word "silt" perfectly aligns with the clues provided, highlighting its association with rivers and its presence in the fossilization process.

Definition of "SILT"

fine sand, clay, or other material carried by running water and deposited as a sediment, especially in a channel or harbour.

Example :

the river's mouth had silted up

the soil ends up silting up the stream

the silted mouth of the river

 The Crossword clue "Found in river, embedded in that fossil there" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	14 March 2025	SILT