topotype

/ˈtɒpətaɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

A specific type of topotype, referring to a combination of topographic and geologic features of a region or area.

“The geologist studied the topotype of the new mountain range to understand its unique geological formation.”

2. noun

A local variety of a topographic feature, such as a hill or a valley.

“The region’s topotype was characterized by rolling hills and vast plains.”

Synonyms

  • geologic formation
  • topographic feature

Antonyms

  • anomaly
  • botch