Denudational

/ˌdɛnjʊˈdeɪʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or caused by denudation; involving the removal of surface material through erosion.

Etymology

From denudation + -al (relating to). A geological adjective formed in the 19th century for technical description.

Kelly Says

Geologists speak of 'denudational surfaces'—areas of the Earth's crust that have been systematically worn down by eons of erosion, revealing older rock layers beneath.

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