Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
substrata
noun
/ˈsʌbstrætə/
Definition
A layer or underlying surface, particularly in relation to geology or ecology.
Examples
- The archaeologists discovered ancient artifacts buried in the substrata of the site.
- The substrata of the forest floor is essential for the growth of various plant species.
- In geology, the substrata can reveal important information about the region’s history.
Meaning
The underlying layer or substance that supports or influences something above it.
Synonyms
- foundation
- base
- underlayer
- subsoil
