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Intercalation

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A period inserted into a calendar as in a leap year. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    an insertion into a calendar wordnet
  3. 3
    The reversible insertion of a molecule between two others. countable, physical, uncountable
  4. 4
    A layer introduced into a pre-existing sequence. countable, uncountable

    "Their exact relationship to the host-rock is obscure but from their texture and observed metamorphic relationship they are thought to be intrusive dykes rather than intercalations of more basic lava."

Etymology

From Latin intercalō, from inter (“among”) + calō (“call out, proclaim”).

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