Definition of UNCONFORMITY

unconformity

Meanings

Plural: unconformities

Noun

  • A lack of conformity.
  • A gap in the stratigraphic record at a site, resulting from erosion having outpaced deposition over the interval in question.

Origin / Etymology

From un- + conformity.

Antonyms

conformity

Scrabble Score: 22

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Words With Friends Score: 26

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