glaciation
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The process by which land is covered and shaped by glaciers or ice sheets over a long period.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Deep valleys in the region were carved by _____ thousands of years ago."
Answer: glaciation
In your own words, what does "glaciation" mean?
The process by which land is covered and shaped by glaciers or ice sheets over a long period.
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