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outcropping

/ˈaʊtkrɒpɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does outcropping mean?

noun

A rock or mineral formation that projects above the surrounding terrain, often visible above the surface of the ground.

Example

"The outcropping of granite in the nearby hills was a striking feature of the landscape."

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