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    Tectonic

    /tɛkˈtɒnɪk/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Relating to the structure and movement of the Earth's crust.
    The tectonic plates shifted, causing an earthquake in the region.
    Significant or influential; relating to large-scale changes.
    The tectonic changes in policy have reshaped the industry.
    Relating to construction or the arrangement of elements.
    The architect’s tectonic approach emphasized the interplay of light and shadow.

    Etymology

    From Greek 'tektonikos' meaning 'pertaining to building'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tectonic shift:
    A significant change in a large structure or system.
    tectonic plates:
    Sections of the Earth's crust that move and interact.
    tectonic forces:
    The natural forces that lead to the deformation of the Earth's crust.

    Related Words

    geology
    The science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substance.
    seismology
    The study of earthquakes and the movement of the Earth's crust.
    volcanology
    The study of volcanoes and volcanic activity.

    Slang Meanings

    A major change or impact.
    The news was tectonic for the industry.
    Having the scale or impact of tectonic movements.
    That decision caused a tectonic shift in public opinion.