esker

/ˈɛskər/
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Other forms: eskers

Definitions of esker
  1. noun
    (geology) a long winding ridge of post glacial gravel and other sediment; deposited by meltwater from glaciers or ice sheets
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    type of:
    ridge
    a long narrow natural elevation or striation
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