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Definition of Molasse

1. n. A soft Tertiary sandstone; -- applied to a rock occurring in Switzerland. See Chart of Geology.

Definition of Molasse

1. Noun. (geology) A shallow deposit of sandstone, shale and conglomerate in front of a rising mountain chain. ¹

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Medical Definition of Molasse

1. A soft Tertiary sandstone; applied to a rock occurring in Switzerland. Origin: F. Molasse, prob. Fr. Mollasse flabby, flimsy, fr. L. Mollis soft. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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