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Meaning of varve | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

/vɑːv/

Definitions

An annual layer of sediment or sedimentary rock.

Equivalents

Français varve

Svenska varv

Examples

“A comparable method uses varves […] where spans of time can be measured through counting varves, and also by radiocarbon dating plant or animal residues within the varves.”

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

See also

Varvel Vârvoru de Jos Vary Varyag varyation Varying