Geosynclinal Definition

noun

(geology) The downward bend or subsidence of the Earth's crust, which permits the gradual accumulation of sediment and hence forms the first step in the formation of a mountain range.

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Other Word Forms of Geosynclinal

Noun

Singular:
geosynclinal
Plural:
geosynclinals

Origin of Geosynclinal

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Words Starting With

GGEGEO

Words Ending With

LALNAL

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Words Starting With G and Ending With L

Starts With G & Ends With LStarts With GE & Ends With LStarts With G & Ends With AL

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12 Letter Words12 Letter Words Starting With G12 Letter Words Ending With L