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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)
cataclinalExample 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."
Word Game Points
Is ANACLINAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anaclinal is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
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 WordANACLINAL is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is ANACLINAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anaclinal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANACLINAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.