Meaning Of The Word Orogeny

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Orogeny Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Orogeny?

orogeny in American English
the formation of mountains through structural disturbance of the earth's crust, esp. by folding and faulting
noun: the process of mountain making or upheaval

orogeny in British English
noun: the formation of mountain ranges by intense upward displacement of the earth's crust, usually associated with folding, thrust faulting, and other compressional processes

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