English dictionary

foliation

/,f/oU/l/i/'/eI//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

(botany) the process of forming leaves

noun.process

Synonyms leafing

Source: WordNet 3.0
(geology) the arrangement of leaflike layers in a rock

noun.process

Source: WordNet 3.0
(architecture) leaf-like architectural ornament

noun.artifact

Synonyms foliage

Source: WordNet 3.0
the production of foil by cutting or beating metal into thin leaves

noun.act

Source: WordNet 3.0
the work of coating glass with metal foil

noun.act

Source: WordNet 3.0
The process of forming into a leaf or leaves.

noun

Source: webster1913