geo·tec·ton·ic
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Definition of geotectonic
: of or relating to the form, arrangement, and structure of rock masses of the earth's crust resulting from folding or faulting
Other Words from geotectonic
geotectonically
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ˌjē-ō-tek-ˈtä-ni-k(ə-)lē
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adverb
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adverb
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“Geotectonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/geotectonic. Accessed 29 Jun. 2022.
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