n. [ L. inundatio: cf. F. inondation. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
1. The act of inundating, or the state of being inundated; an overflow; a flood; a rising and spreading of water over grounds. [ 1913 Webster ]
With inundation wide the deluge reigns, Drowns the deep valleys, and o'erspreads the plains. Wilkie. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. An overspreading of any kind; overflowing or superfluous abundance; a flood; a great influx; as, an inundation of tourists. [ 1913 Webster ]
To stop the inundation of her tears. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]