Tectonically
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛktɑnɪkˈæɫəli/
Tectonically (adverb)
- In a way that relates to the structure and movement of the Earth's crust.
Examples
- The region is tectonically active, causing frequent earthquakes.
- The mountains were formed tectonically over millions of years.
Common collocations: tectonically stable, tectonically significant