nonenveloping

English

Etymology

From non- +‎ enveloping.

Adjective

nonenveloping (not comparable)

1. Not enveloping.
   • 2001, George D. Stanley, The History and Sedimentology of Ancient Reef Systems:

     Corals may show steplike rugged undersides or nonenveloping growth bands that demonstrate that corals became partially buried while growing. Rugged margins are indicative of occasional sedimentary events […]