Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laurentian-shield
noun
/lɔːˈrɛnʃən ʃiːld/
Definition
The Laurentian Shield is a large geological shield covered by a thin layer of soil and vegetation, made primarily of ancient Precambrian rocks.
Examples
- The Laurentian Shield is rich in mineral resources.
- This region is home to diverse ecosystems and wildlife.
- Explorers have studied the geology of the Laurentian Shield for centuries.
Meaning
It refers to the vast area of exposed igneous and metamorphic rocks in Eastern Canada, which contains some of the oldest rocks on Earth.
Synonyms
- Canadian Shield
- Laurentian Plateau
