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stratum Definition


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stratum
noun strata
    1. A layer of sedimentary rock.
    2. A layer of cells in living tissue.
    3. A layer of the atmosphere or the ocean.
    4. A level, grade or social class.
      Thesaurus: layer, tier, level.
Derivative: stratal
adj
    Etymology: 16c: Latin, meaning ‘something spread'.



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