Quicksand

//ˈkwɪkˌsænd//

Word Type

Noun

The word "quicksand" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

quicksandlike quicksandy

Derived From

Etymologically Related To

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

cavity pit situation

Type Of (IsA)

pit sandy soil region situation very wet sand

Related Terms

down pulls sand sink

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