morainic

/mɔˈreɪnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of moraines; especially : forming a characteristic landscape or feature of an area of glacial deposits

“The morainic landscape of the mountainous region was formed thousands of years ago by retreating glaciers.”

2. noun

a type of landscape or terrain formed by glacial deposits and characterized by a mixture of rocks and soil

“The hikers climbed through the morainic terrain, admiring the unique formations created by the ancient glaciers.”

Synonyms

  • glacial
  • glaciolacustrine
  • moraine

Antonyms

  • alluvial
  • fluvial