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(plā nā′s̸hən)

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the reduction of a land area by erosion to a nearly flat surface

Origin: plane + -ation

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noun

The process of erosion and deposition in which a nearly level surface is produced, as by streams, wind, or ocean currents.

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Origin: Latin plānum, flat surface; see plane¹

Origin: + -ation

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