Corallian
/kɒˈralɪən
/adjective & noun
Another term for Oxfordian (sense 1 of the adjective), Oxfordian (sense 1 of the noun).In the revised lithostratigraphy, the Nothe and Ringstead Formations are eliminated, and the Corallian strata are contained within revised Redcliff, Osmington Oolite, Clavellata and Sandsfoot Formations....
- These sandstones represent the youngest of the Corallian sequences identified in this study.
- It stretches the width of the Corallian ridge from Bradenstoke to the edge of Catcomb Wood.
Origin
From Latin corallium 'coral' (with reference to the coral-derived limestone deposits) + -an.