stratigraphy
Pronunciation
  • (America) IPA: /stɹəˈtɪɡɹəfi/
Noun

stratigraphy

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