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ANACLINAL

(adj.)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Anaclinal.

Anaclinal - as an adjective

Of valleys and rivers; progressing in a direction opposite to the dip in surrounding rock strata

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
cataclinal14

Example Sentences

"The layers of sedimentary rocks exhibit an anaclinal arrangement."
"The folds in the mountain range are anaclinal in nature."
"Geologists study the anaclinal structures in order to understand the geological history of an area."
"An anaclinal fold occurs when rock layers are bent upward in an arch shape."
"The anaclinal orientation of the strata suggests a tectonic event in the past."
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Word Game Points

Is ANACLINAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anaclinal is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

ANACLINAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is ANACLINAL a valid Words With Friends word?
No, anaclinal is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
ANACLINAL is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is ANACLINAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anaclinal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ANACLINAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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