Definitions

1. adjective

Having or relating to a fold in which the strata on one side of the fold are in contact with those on the other side without overlapping.

“The geologist studied the isoclinal folds in the ancient rock formation.”

2. noun

A fold of rock strata in which the strata on one side of the fold are in contact with those on the other side without overlapping.

“The isoclinal in the mountain range was a result of tectonic forces.”

3. noun

A fold or bend in a curve or a line, especially one in which two parts of the curve or line meet at an angle.

“The isoclinal in the graph made it difficult to understand the data.”