1. geological formations where rock layers are folded so that they dip in only one direction
Usage: geology

Examples

• The geologist studied the monoclines exposed in the canyon walls.
• These monoclines formed when tectonic forces tilted the sedimentary layers.
• The field trip focused on identifying monoclines and other geological structures.
• Oil deposits are sometimes found near monoclines where rock layers have been folded.
• The monoclines in this region show evidence of ancient mountain-building processes.
• Students learned to distinguish monoclines from anticlines and synclines.