Meaning of the word outcrop in English
What does outcrop mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
outcrop
US /ˈaʊt.krɑːp/
UK /ˈaʊt.krɒp/
Noun
a part of a rock formation that appears at the surface of the ground
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The hikers rested on a rocky outcrop overlooking the valley.
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Geologists studied the granite outcrop to understand the area's history.
Verb
to appear as an outcrop at the surface
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The limestone outcrops along the river bank.
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Veins of gold outcrop in these mountains.