substratum

Meanings

• noun

  The basic material or ground upon which something is built, developed, or based.

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Synonyms

underlayer

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Variants

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substrata , substratal , substratum , substratums

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Etymology

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From Latin substratum, from sub- 'under' + stratus 'a layer'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'substratum' is commonly used in various scientific fields, including geology, biology, and linguistics.

2. In linguistics, a substratum language is a language that influences the phonology, morphology, or syntax of another language.

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Related Concepts

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1. superstratum: The layer or stratum that lies on top of the substratum.

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Culture

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In geology, substratum refers to the underlying rock strata that form the base for subsequent deposits. In biology, it refers to the underlying tissue or structure that supports other tissues or organs.

How to Memorize "substratum"

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   - Imagine a building being constructed on a solid base. The base is the substratum.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a foundation or base.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create an acronym: SUBSTRATUM stands for 'Supporting Underlying Base for Structures and Things'.

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