allochthon

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Etymology

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1940-45; back formation from allochthonous.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /əˈlɒkθən/, /əˈlɒkθɒn/

Noun

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allochthon (plural allochthons)

  1. (geology) A geological formation not formed in the region where found and moved to its present location by tectonic forces. Compare autochthon.

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Adjective

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allochthon (strong nominative masculine singular allochthoner, not comparable)

  1. allochthonous

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