Meaning of the word moraine in English
What does moraine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
moraine
US /məˈreɪn/
UK /mɒrˈeɪn/
Noun
a mass of rocks and sediment carried down and deposited by a glacier, typically as ridges at its edges or extremity.
Example:
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The glacier left behind a large terminal moraine.
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Lateral moraines form along the sides of a glacier.
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