noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
fording; wading across
Refers to crossing a river or body of water on foot, without a bridge or boat. Often used in outdoor, hiking, or military contexts.
登山中、浅い川を渡渉した。
During the climb, we forded a shallow river.
大雨の後は渡渉が危険になる
After heavy rain, fording becomes dangerous.