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Definition of Geosynclinal

1. n. the downward bend or subsidence of the earth's crust, which allows of the gradual accumulation of sediment, and hence forms the first step in the making of a mountain range; -- opposed to geanticlinal.

Definition of Geosynclinal

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Geosynclinal

1. The downward bend or subsidence of the earth's crust, which allows of the gradual accumulation of sediment, and hence forms the first step in the making of a mountain range; opposed to geanticlinal. Origin: Gr, the earth + E. Synclinal. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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