Swash

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009463",
  "term": "Swash",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The turbulent layer of water that rushes up the beach face after a wave breaks, carrying sediment both landward and seaward. This process is a key mechanism for sediment transport and beach morphology changes. The extent of swash run-up is influenced by wave height, period, and beach slope.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/swash/"
}