Definition of esker Esker

/ɛˈskɚ/ - [esker] - es•ker

We found 3 definitions of esker from 3 different sources.

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What does esker mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: eskers

esker - (geology) a long winding ridge of post glacial gravel and other sediment; deposited by meltwater from glaciers or ice sheets
  ridge a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • esker (Noun)
    A long, narrow, sinuous ridge created by deposits from a stream running beneath a glacier.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • esker (n.)
    See Eschar.

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