orogenesy

/ɒr.əˈdʒɛn.ɪ.si/

Definitions

1. noun

A process in geology where mountains are formed through the folding and deformation of rocks, typically as a result of tectonic forces.

“The orogeny of the Himalayan mountain range is still an ongoing process that continues to shape the landscape.”

Synonyms

  • mountain-building
  • orogenesis

Antonyms

  • denudation
  • erosion