sedimentary
Translation
sedimentary
Examples
Sandstone is a type of sedimentary rock.
Sandstone is a type of sedimentary rock.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) of, relating to, or consisting of sediment Sandstone is a type of sedimentary rock.
Similar Words
Synonyms: depositional
Etymology
From 'sediment' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ary'. It means 'relating to sediment'.
Memory Tips
Remember the phrase 'sedimentary rock' and associate it with layers of earth.