inlier

/ˈɪnlaɪər/
noun
  1. An area of older rock surrounded by younger rock, often exposed by erosion.
    • The geologist studied the inlier to understand the region's ancient history.
    • This inlier contains fossils from millions of years ago.
    • The mountain range has several inliers where old granite is visible.
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