Strata
Pronunciation: /ˈstrætə/
Strata (noun)
- Layers of rock or soil formed over long periods, often seen in cliffs or underground.
- Groups of people in society that are separated by wealth, education, or status.
- Thin layers in something, such as paint, ice, or dust, arranged one above another.
Examples
- The river exposed layers of rock in the strata.
- Scientists studied the strata to understand the area's history.