oceanic crust
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The thin, dense layer of the earth's crust that lies beneath the oceans.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
continental crust
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ is constantly being formed and destroyed at the edges of tectonic plates."
Answer: oceanic crust
In your own words, what does "oceanic crust" mean?
The thin, dense layer of the earth's crust that lies beneath the oceans.
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