allochthon

Questions

How do you pronounce allochthon?

The recorded pronunciation is /əˈlɒkθən/.

What does allochthon mean?

A geological formation not formed in the region where found and moved to its present location by tectonic forces. Compare autochthon.

Where does allochthon come from?

1940–45; back formation from allochthonous.

How to pronounce allochthon

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2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/əˈlɒkθən/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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