mɒnəkˈlaɪnl

Definitions

1. adjective

Bending or sloping uniformly in one direction, forming a single fold or a series of parallel folds.

“The geologist studied the monoclinal structure of the mountain range.”

2. noun

A fold in the Earth’s crust that slopes uniformly in one direction.

“The monoclinal formed as a result of tectonic forces acting on the Earth’s surface.”