Sedimentary (adjective)

Relating to the process of sedimentation, the settling of solid particles in water or air, or the rock layers formed by this process.

Origin:

From the latin word "sēdēre" meaning to sit and the suffix "-mentary", indicating something that results from or relates to the process.

Examples:

1. Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of sediment.
2. The geologist studied the sedimentary layers in the rock formation.
3. Sedimentary processes have created many of the world's oil deposits.
4. Sedimentary rocks are often rich in fossils.
5. The sedimentary environment is ideal for the preservation of delicate fossils.