Of, relating to, or occurring on or near the surface of the earth.
[SURF(ACE) + (SUPERF)ICIAL.]
surficial
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sur·fi·cial (sər-fĭsh'əl)  |
| WordNet: surficial |
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The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
pertaining to or occurring on or near the earth's surface
Pertains to noun: surface (meaning #3)
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 | surficial geology (geology) |
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