주변 지역과 뚜렷이 구별되는 산맥의 집합체 또는 거대한 지각의 덩어리.
A compact group of mountains or a large crustal block that is distinct from surrounding areas and often forms a prominent topographical feature.
예문:
"The Vinson Massif stands as the highest point on the Antarctic continent."
"The central massif of France is known for its ancient volcanic history."
"Climbers often find the weather conditions on the massif to be unpredictable."
단층에 의해 경계가 지어지고 하나의 단위로 이동한 지각의 일부분.
A section of the earth's crust that is demarcated by faults and has moved as a single unit.
예문:
"The structural integrity of the massif was compromised by the surrounding fault lines."
"Geologists mapped the boundaries of the ancient fault-bounded massif."