terrane

noun

Definition of terranenext
as in landform

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Recent Examples of terrane Beyond that is hilly terrane that is mostly volcanic material that make up most of the surface of Mars. — Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 16 Feb. 2021 The hummocky terrane leading away from Mount St. Helens after the May 19, 1980 eruption. — Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 8 Jan. 2019 The Alps have some of the most rugged terrane anywhere on Earth thanks to the active tectonics and the recent record of glaciers. — Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 3 July 2018 The mountain terrane of western North America cross the borders of Canada, the U.S. and Mexico with reckless abandon. — Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 22 Jan. 2019 The volcanic plains on the near side of the moon are home to a group of elements including potassium, rare earth elements, phosphorous among others – known as Procellarum KREEP terrane (PKT) that is rare elsewhere on the moon. — Katie Hunt, CNN, 11 Apr. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for terrane
  1. landform
  2. land
  3. topography
  4. geomorphology
  5. landscape
  6. terrain
  7. geography
Noun
  • Rose is stoked to see how insights from predictive artificial intelligence impact play while also offering a glimpse into future applications—like preemptively assessing how even subtle architectural changes, from adding trees to adjusting landforms, will affect scoring.
    — Mike Dojc, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • To me, the sweeping savannas, striking volcanic landforms, and towering peaks that characterize the Great Rift Valley are every bit as inspiring as their inhabitants.
    — Liz Wheeler, Travel + Leisure, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of landform
Noun
  • The first land encountered will be Celestial Park, which will be home to the Stardust Racers, a dueling roller coaster; Constellation Carousel; some eateries and portals to the other four themed areas.
    — Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2025
  • At this scenic patch of riverside land in a remote corner of Owyhee County, one of Idaho’s most influential families is preparing to move into a new business venture: luxury real estate.
    — Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of land
Noun
  • The second commission is a massive tapestry invoking the topography of Mars.
    — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Visually, there is a new front shield with a topography map engraved in it—the Kebnekaise Mountain range in Arctic Sweden, complete with geographical coordinates.
    — Chad Kirchner, Ars Technica, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of topography
Noun
  • Scientific research on topics ranging from biology to geomorphology to climate and astrophysics happens in and around the station.
    — Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Hansen’s multidisciplinary studies also have focused on geology, geomorphology and hydrology.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2023
Definition of geomorphology
Noun
  • If the range of subjects in Richard Learoyd’s new photographs—portraits, nudes, still-lifes, landscapes—suggests an academic exercise, look closer.
    — Sheldon Pearce, The New Yorker, 21 Mar. 2025
  • One of the many perks of living in the South is being surrounded by incredible landscapes.
    — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of landscape
Noun
  • The gear system makes hilly terrain easier to handle.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Arc Games Treacherous terrain is a big part of the strategy, whether using it for power-ups or kiting enemies into bad spots.
    — Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of terrain
Noun
  • Address The Root Cause: Stress Across demographics and geographies, one issue connects us all: stress.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • View Comments Check, too, whether your stocks are diversified across sectors, investment styles and geography.
    — Jeanne Sahadi, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of geography

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