Definition

noun. a layer in a large body of water, such as a lake, that sharply separates regions differing in temperature, salinity, or oxygen levels.

Example Sentence

The diver was careful not to disturb the halocline, as it could affect visibility underwater.

Synonyms

thermocline; pycnocline; chemocline

Antonyms

homogeneous layer; uniform layer

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