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sedimentario

sedimentary

adjective seh-dee-men-TAH-ryoh Rare

Origin: From Latin sedimentum, 'settling.'

Usage Note

Sedimentario is a geology term describing rocks formed by the accumulation and compaction of sediment — roca sedimentaria (sedimentary rock). It contrasts with ígneo (igneous) and metamórfico (metamorphic). In Spanish scientific writing it appears in its full form; there is no shortened variant.

Examples

"La caliza es una roca sedimentaria muy común."

Natural Translation

Limestone is a very common sedimentary rock.

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