brecciation

/brɛsɪˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of forming or the state of being a breccia, a type of rock formed from fragmented rocks that have been cemented together.

“The geologists studied the brecciation process in the ancient rocks to understand the region’s geological history.”

Synonyms

  • breccia formation
  • rock fragmentation

Antonyms

  • consolidation
  • solidification