ANTICLINE

Etymology

Noun

anticline (plural anticlines)

(geology) A fold with strata sloping downwards on each side.

Synonyms

• upwrap

Holonyms

• antiform

Coordinate terms

• syncline

Source: Wiktionary


An"ti*cline, n. [See Anticlinal.] (Geol.)

Definition: A structure of bedded rocks in which the beds on both sides of an axis or axial plane dip away from the axis; an anticlinal.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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