"tectonofacies" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} tectonofacies (uncountable)
  1. (seismology) A body of tectonic rock with specific characteristics reflecting its formation, composition, age, etc. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Seismology
    Sense id: en-tectonofacies-en-noun-qMiLEKE8 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: geography, geology, natural-sciences, seismology

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