Conglomeratic

/kənˌɡlɒməˈrætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling a conglomerate, either in geology (rocks made of cemented pebbles) or in referring to mixed groups of things.

Etymology

Derived from conglomerate with the suffix -ic meaning 'of or relating to.' Used in geology since the 1800s to describe sedimentary rock formations.

Kelly Says

Geologists use 'conglomeratic' to describe rocks that are basically ancient pebble beds cemented together—they can tell you tons about ancient riverbeds and what environments existed millions of years ago.

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