Stratify
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstratɪfʌɪ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Stratify is a verb meaning (intransitive) To become separated out into distinct layers or strata.
Meaning
(intransitive) To become separated out into distinct layers or strata.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To separate out into distinct layers or strata.
Example Sentences
In this cut you can see how the sedimentary rock layers have been clearly stratified.
Even without a pronounced social class system, people in a large society tend to stratify.
Word Forms
- stratifies
- stratifying
- stratified
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spread, apportion, distribute, allocate, dispense, destratify.
Related Dictionary Tools
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.