tectonic
adjective
Pronunciation: /tɛkˈtɒnɪk/
Definition
Relating to the large, moving segments of the Earth's crust that shape the planet's surface features.
Examples
Geologists monitor tectonic activity to predict potential volcanic eruptions.
The mountain range was formed by the collision of two major tectonic plates.
Rapid tectonic shifts can trigger devastating tsunamis in coastal regions.
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