salt dome Definition
☆ salt dome
noun
a domelike structure produced in stratified rocks by the intrusion of a mass of salt in a plastic state and frequently containing oil, gas, etc.
salt dome Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
cannot: A further exploration of the Gorleben salt dome cannot contribute to the clarification of these outstanding questions.
Browse dictionary entries near salt dome
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