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craton

Pronunciation: /ˈkratɒn/
Definition of craton

noun

Geology
  • a large stable block of the earth’s crust forming the nucleus of a continent.

Derivatives

cratonic

adjective

Origin:

1930s: alteration of kratogen in the same sense, from Greek kratos 'strength'

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Definition of craton in the US English dictionary
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