faciation

/fæˈsiːeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The act or process of facing or orientation of a rock, mineral, or geological formation, especially in relation to the prevailing wind or climate.

“The geologist studied the faciation of the sandstone to understand its formation.”

Synonyms

  • orientation
  • positioning

Antonyms

  • disorientation
  • misplacement