'Terrane' definitions:
Definition of 'Terrane'
From: GCIDE
- Terrane \Ter"rane\, n. [F. terrain, from L. terra earth.]
- 1. (Geol.) A group of rocks having a common age or origin; -- nearly equivalent to formation, but used somewhat less comprehensively. [1913 Webster]
Definition of 'Terrane'
From: GCIDE
- Terrane \Ter"rane\, n. (Geog.)
- 2. A region or limited area considered with reference to some special feature; as, the terrane of a river, that is, its drainage basin. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]