outcropping Definition
- 1a rock formation that is visible on the surface of the earth
- 2the part of a rock formation that appears above the surface of the surrounding land
Using outcropping: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outcropping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The geologist examined the outcropping to determine the age of the rock.
Example
The outcropping of rocks made it difficult to build the road.
Example
The hikers stopped to rest on the outcropping overlooking the valley.
outcropping Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for outcropping
- outcrop
- rock formation
- rock outcrop
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Summary: outcropping in Brief
'Outcropping' [out-krop-ing] refers to a visible rock formation on the surface of the earth. It can be used to describe the part of a rock formation that appears above the surface of the surrounding land. Examples include examining an outcropping to determine the age of the rock, building a road around an outcropping of rocks, or resting on an outcropping while hiking.
