Overfold Definition

noun

(geology) A fold whereby the strata are forced through an angle of more than 90 degrees, so that younger strata lie below older ones.

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Other Word Forms of Overfold

Noun

Singular:
overfold
Plural:
overfolds

Origin of Overfold

  • From over- +‎ fold, after German Überfaltung (“overfolding”).

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