inlier

noun — 2 senses

inlier

noun

Etymology From in + lier.

1

Geography, Geology, Natural sciences An area of older rocks surrounded by younger rocks, typically formed by erosion of part of the younger rock.

2

Mathematics, Sciences, Statistics A value that fits a pattern, rather than being an outlier.

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