crenellated definition
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crenellation crenellation (plural crenellations) 1  A pattern along the top of a parapet (fortified wall), most often in the form of multiple, regular, rectangular spaces in the top of the wall, through which arrows or other weaponry may be shot, especially as used in medieval European architecture.
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tectonic The definition of tectonic is related to building, or related to the movement of the crust of the earth. 1  An example of something tectonic is morpho-tectonic architecture.  An example of something tectonic are tectonic plates, the parts of the earth's crust that move and cause earthquakes.
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- Canted \Canted\, a. [From 2d Cant.] 1. Having angles; as, a six canted bolt head; a canted window. [1913 Webster] Canted column (Arch.), a column polygonal in plan. [1913 Webster] 2. Inclined at an angle to something else; tipped; sloping.
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- Definition of crenation. 1a : a crenate formation; especially : one of the rounded projections on an edge (as of a coin)b : the quality or state of being crenate.
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- vibrating. 1  transitive verb. 2  1 : to swing or move to and fro. 3  2 : to emit with or as if with a vibratory motion.  3 : to mark or measure by oscillation a pendulum vibrating 1  seconds. 4 : to set in vibration.  intransitive 1  verb. 1a : to move to and fro or from side to side : oscillateb : fluctuate, vacillate vibrate between two choices.
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latticed Lattice definition, a structure of crossed wooden or metal strips usually arranged to form a diagonal pattern of open spaces between the strips. See more.
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Michigan Secretary of State In Michigan, the Secretary of State is not only responsible for elections, but also oversees vehicle registration and the licensing of automobile drivers, similar to a motor vehicles regulator in other states. The officeholder also oversees and regulates notaries public and is the keeper of the Great Seal of Michigan.
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Volcanic rock Phenocrysts are crystals that are larger than the matrix and are identifiable with the unaided eye. Rhomb porphyry is an example with large rhomb shaped phenocrysts embedded in a very fine grained matrix. Volcanic rocks often have a vesicular texture caused by voids left by volatiles trapped in the molten lava.
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Craton A craton (/ˈkreɪtɒn/ , /ˈkraetɒn/ , ˈkrætɒn /or/ ; ˈkreɪtən From: greek κράτος kratos) strength is an old and stable part of the continental. lithospherehe word craton was first proposed by the Austrian geologist Leopold Kober in 1921 as Kratogen, referring to stable continental platforms, and orogen as a term for mountain or orogenic belts.
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perpendicular 1. Mathematics Intersecting at or forming right angles. 2. Being at right angles to the horizontal; vertical. See Synonyms at vertical. 3. often Perpendicular Of or relating to a style of English Gothic architecture of the 1300s and 1400s, characterized by emphasis of the vertical element.erpendicular. adj. 1. (Mathematics) Also: normal at right angles to a horizontal plane. 2. (Architecture) denoting, relating to, or having the style of Gothic architecture used in England during the 14th and 15th centuries, characterized by tracery having vertical lines, a four-centred arch, and fan vaulting.
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- 1 A dark fine-grained volcanic rock that sometimes displays a columnar structure, typically composed largely of plagioclase with pyroxene and olivine. A dark fine-grained volcanic rock that sometimes displays a columnar structure, typically composed largely of plagioclase with pyroxene and olivine.
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crenation Definition of CRENATION. 1. a: a crenate formation; especially: one of the rounded projections on an edge (as of a coin) b: the quality or state of being crenate.2. : shrinkage of red blood cells resulting in crenate margins.ADVERTISEMENT.efinition of CRENATION. 1. a: a crenate formation; especially: one of the rounded projections on an edge (as of a coin) b: the quality or state of being crenate.
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catenary Definition of catenary. plural. catenaries. 1 : the curve assumed by a cord of uniform density and cross section that is perfectly flexible but not capable of being stretched and that hangs freely from two fixed points. 2 : something in the form of a catenary.
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- Brit.) -nelled, -nel•ling. n. 1. an underground passage. 2. a passageway, as for trains or automobiles, through or under a mountain, river, or other obstruction. 3. an approximately horizontal gallery or corridor in a mine. 4. the burrow of an animal. 5. Dial. a funnel.
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normal spiral galaxy normal spiral galaxy. [′nȯr·məl ′spī·rəl ′gal·ik·sē] (astronomy) A galaxy that has a lens-shaped central portion with two arms that begin to coil in the same plane and in the same fashion immediately upon emerging from opposite sides of it.
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- Definition of unconsolidated. : loosely arranged unconsolidated subsidiaries; especially : not stratified unconsolidated soil.
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- Catenary definition: the curve assumed by a heavy uniform flexible cord hanging freely from two points. When... | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and examples English Dictionary | Thesaurus | Translator | Grammar | Scrabble | Blog
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Craton >65 Ma. A craton (pronunciation: /ˈkreɪtɒn/, /ˈkrætɒn/, or /ˈkreɪtən/; from Greek: κράτος kratos strength) is an old and stable part of the continental lithosphere, where the lithosphere consist of the earth's two topmost layers, the crust and the uppermost mantle.
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asthenosphere asthenosphere. n. 1. (Geological Science) a thin semifluid layer of the earth (100-200 km thick), below the outer rigid lithosphere, forming part of the mantle and thought to be able to flow vertically and horizontally, enabling sections of lithosphere to subside, rise, and undergo lateral movement.See also isostasy.he upper part of the Earth's mantle. The asthenosphere lies beneath the lithosphere and consists of several hundred miles of partially molten rock. Because it is partially molten, seismic waves passing through this layer have slow velocities.
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continuous con·tin·u·ous (kən-tĭn′yo͞o-əs) adj. 1. Uninterrupted in time, sequence, substance, or extent. See Synonyms at continual. 2. Attached together in repeated units: a continuous form fed into a printer. 3. Mathematics a. Of or relating to a line or curve that extends without a break or irregularity.
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fracture spiral fracture one in which the bone has been twisted and the fracture line resembles a spiral. See illustration. spontaneous fracture pathologic fracture. sprain fracture the separation of a tendon from its insertion, taking with it a piece of bone. stellate fracture one with a central point of injury, from which radiate numerous fissures.
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Definitions &Translations The purpose is to bring outside light, fresh air, or both into the inner space. Historically, clerestory denoted an upper level of a Roman basilica or of the nave of a Romanesque or Gothic church, the walls of which rise above the rooflines of the lower aisles and are pierced with windows.
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Parallax parallax. n. 1. (General Physics) an apparent change in the position of an object resulting from a change in position of the observer. 2. (Astronomy) astronomy the angle subtended at a celestial body, esp a star, by the radius of the earth's orbit. Annual or heliocentric parallax is the apparent displacement of a nearby star resulting from its observation from the earth. Diurnal or geocentric parallax results from the observation of a planet, the sun, or the moon from the surface of the earth.
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- The Baroque (US /bəˈroʊk/ or UK /bəˈrɒk/) is often thought of as a period of artistic style that used exaggerated motion and clear, easily interpreted detail to produce drama, tension, exuberance, and grandeur in sculpture, painting, architecture, literature, dance, theater, and music. good example of Bernini's Baroque work is his St. Theresa in Ecstasy (1645–52), created for the Cornaro Chapel of the church of Santa Maria della Vittoria, Rome. Bernini designed the entire chapel, a subsidiary space along the side of the church, for the Cornaro family.
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- clastic. 1  Biology. breaking up into fragments or separate portions; dividing into parts. 2  pertaining to an anatomical model made up of detachable pieces. 3  Geology. noting or pertaining to rock or rocks composed of fragments or particles of older rocks or previously existing solid matter; fragmental.
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latticed a structure of crossed wooden or metal strips usually arranged to form a diagonal pattern of open spaces between the strips. 2. a window, gate, or the like consisting of such a structure. 3. Physics. the structure of fissionable and nonfissionable materials geometrically arranged within a nuclear reactor.