Definition of Diapir

1. Noun. A domed rock formation where a core of rock has moved upward and pierced through the more brittle overlying strata.

Category relationships: Geology
Generic synonyms: Formation, Geological Formation

Definition of Diapir

1. a bend in a layer of rock [n -S] : DIAPIRIC [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Diapir

diaphragm pessary
diaphragm sellae
diaphyseal
diaphyseal
diaphysectomy
diaphyses
diaphyses
diaphysial
diaphysial
diaphysial aclasis
diaphysial centre
diaphysial dysplasia
diaphysis
diaphysis
diaphysitis
diapir (current term)
diapiresis
diapiric
diapirs
diaplacental
diaplasis
diaplastic
diaplexus
diapnoic
diapophysical
diapophysis
diapositive
diapositives
diapsid
Diapsida

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