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Sedimentary

Verb / ˌsedʌˈmentɜ:i: / Another word for sedimentary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sedimentary means relating to or containing sediment, which is rock or mineral particles that settle at the bottom of a liquid.

Synonyms & similar words

aqueous igneous depositary residuary alluvial clastic detrital terrigenous fluvial lacustrine marine oceanic pelagic shallow-water lacustrine deltaic estuarine lithified fossiliferous geological stratified layered

Example sentences

  1. The sedimentary rock was formed from layers of sand and rock.
  2. Sedimentary deposits can be found on the ocean floor.
  3. The sedimentary layer of the earth's crust is made up of rock and mineral particles.
  4. Sedimentary rocks can tell us a lot about the history of the earth.
  5. The sedimentary layer is where most fossils are found.

Quotes

  • Sedimentary rocks are the product of millions of years of weathering and erosion.
  • The sedimentary layer is where most of the earth's natural resources are found.
  • Sedimentary rocks are like a history book that tells the story of the earth.

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