| 释义 |
‖ assise Geol.|aˈsiːz|
[mod.Fr. = layer (of rock); the same word as assize n., q.v.]
A geological formation consisting of parallel beds of rock agreeing in their organic remains.
1882Geikie Text-bk. Geol. vi. 635 Two or more such zones, united by the occurrence in them of the same characteristic species or genera, may be called beds or an assise. |