Rock Outcrop (Noun)
Meaning
The part of a rock formation that appears above the surface of the surrounding land.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The hikers had to navigate around the large rock outcrop that jutted out of the hillside, making it difficult to reach the summit.
- As we rounded the corner, a vast rock outcrop rose suddenly from the plain, its weathered surface a testament to the region's geological history.
- The rock outcrop nearby provided a perfect spot for kids to climb and explore, offering breathtaking views of the valley below.
- Climbers enjoy ascending the rock outcrop in the park, with routes of varying difficulty to suit all skill levels.
- Geologists flocked to the site to study the unique rock outcrop, which had been recently exposed by erosion revealing fossils from the ancient past.