periglaciation en · NOUN
Etymology
From peri- + glaciation.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) Geomorphic processes resulting from seasonal thawing of snow in areas of permafrost, the runoff from which refreezes in ice wedges and other structures.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| periglaciations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |