anomural

/ˌænəˈmɜːrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or relating to the period between the end of a mural period and the beginning of a new one in stratigraphic geology

“The anomural layer is often found in between layers of ancient fossils.”

2. noun

an anomural layer or period in stratigraphic geology

“The geologist studied the anomural layer to understand the geological history of the region.”

Synonyms

  • anomalous
  • intermural
  • transitionary

Antonyms

  • mural
  • normal
  • typical