centroclinal

/sɛn.troʊ.klaɪnəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a centrocline, a curved or bent line or surface, especially in geology

“The geologist studied the centroclinal structure of the ancient mountain range.”

2. noun

a curved or bent line or surface, especially in geology

“The centroclinal folds in the rock formation were a result of tectonic pressure.”

Synonyms

  • bent
  • curved
  • folded

Antonyms

  • linear
  • straight