What is the meaning of Terrane?

  • (n.) A region or limited area considered with reference to some special feature; as, the terrane of a river, that is, its drainage basin.
  • (n.) A group of rocks having a common age or origin; -- nearly equivalent to formation, but used somewhat less comprehensively.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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