noun

stratum

Stratum (noun) means one of several parallel horizontal layers of material arranged one on top of another.

noun

One of several parallel horizontal layers of material arranged one on top of another.

A layer of sedimentary rock having approximately the same composition throughout.

Any of the regions of the atmosphere, such as the stratosphere, that occur as layers.

A layer of tissue.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin strātum (“a spread for a bed, coverlet, quilt, blanket; a pillow, bolster; a bed”), neuter singular of strātus, perfect passive participle of sternō (“spread”). Doublet of estrade and street.

Rhymes for stratum

Tatum ultimatum

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of stratum?

"stratum" (noun) means one of several parallel horizontal layers of material arranged one on top of another.

What are the different meanings of stratum?

"stratum" has 3 main meanings: 1. One of several parallel horizontal layers of material arranged one on top of another; 2. A layer of sedimentary rock having approximately the same composition throughout; 3. Any of the regions of the atmosphere, such as the stratosphere, that occur as layers.