sedimentary

• Qui se rapporte aux roches formées par l'accumulation et la consolidation de sédiments déposés par l'eau, le vent ou la glace, ou aux dépôts eux-mêmes.

Relating to or denoting rock that has formed from sediment deposited by water or air.

1. Formed by sediment accumulationB2formalscientific

   Relating to or formed by the accumulation of sediment, such as sand, mud, or organic matter, typically in layers.

   sédimentaire

   • Sedimentary rocks often contain fossils.
   • The canyon walls show distinct sedimentary layers.
   • Geologists study sedimentary deposits to understand Earth's history.

   Synonymeslayeredstratified

2. Produced by water actionB2formalscientific

   Formed or deposited by the action of water, such as rivers, lakes, or oceans.

   sédimentaire (déposé par l'eau)

   • Sedimentary basins are created by water erosion and deposition.
   • The delta is a classic sedimentary environment shaped by river flow.
   • Limestone is a common sedimentary rock formed in shallow seas.

   Synonymesaqueous

   Antonymesigneousvolcanic