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gyttja

Pronunciation: /ˈjɪtʃə/
Definition of gyttja

noun

[mass noun] Geology
  • sediment rich in organic matter deposited at the bottom of a eutrophic lake.

Origin:

late 19th century: Swedish, literally 'mud, ooze'

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