"mountain building" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} mountain building (uncountable)
  1. The geological processes, such as tectonic plate movement and volcanic activity, by which mountains are formed. Wikipedia link: mountain building Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Geology Synonyms: orogeny
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