stratigraphy

English

/stɹəˈtɪɡɹəfi/

noun
Definitions
  • (geology) The study of rock layers and the layering process (stratification).
  • (archaeology) The layering of deposits, with newer remains overlaying older ones, forming a chronology of the site.

Etymology

Root from Proto-Indo-European *sterh₃- (spread, extend, stretch out, scatter, strew, floar, spread out, bring down, be broad).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*sterh₃-

Gloss

spread, extend, stretch out, scatter, strew, floar, spread out, bring down, be broad

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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