synclinal

adjective

syn·​cli·​nal (ˌ)sin-ˈklī-nᵊl 

1

: inclined down from opposite directions so as to meet

2

: having or relating to a folded rock structure in which the sides dip toward a common line or plane

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Of course, respiratory synclinal virus, or RSV, is also a factor. —Bymary Kekatos, ABC News, 9 Dec. 2022

Cases of respiratory viruses have been increasing across the United States, mostly linked to respiratory synclinal virus, or RSV, and the flu. —Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2022

Word History

Etymology

Greek syn- + klinein to lean — more at lean

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined at sense 1