Puddle

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002177",
  "term": "Puddle",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "In hydrologic terms,\n(1) The act of compacting earth, soil clay, etc., by mixing them with water and rolling or tamping the mixture.\n(2) A compact mass\nof earth, soil, clay, or a mixture of material, which has been compacted through the addition of water, rolling and tamping. This\nmakes the material less permeable.\n(3) A small pool of water, usually a few inches in depth and from several inches to several feet\nin it greatest dimension.",
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/puddle/"
}