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词汇 allochthon
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Definition of allochthon in English:

allochthon

(also allochthone)
noun əˈlɒkθɒnəˈlɒkθ(ə)n
Geology
  • An allochthonous rock or mineral formation; especially a part of a faulted formation that has been displaced by tectonic forces. Contrasted with "autochthon".

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Nature: a weekly journal of science. Apparently from allo- + -chthon.

Definition of allochthon in US English:

allochthon

(also allochthone)
noun
Geology
  • An allochthonous rock or mineral formation; especially a part of a faulted formation that has been displaced by tectonic forces. Contrasted with "autochthon".

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Nature: a weekly journal of science. Apparently from allo- + -chthon.

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