In*vert"ed (?), a.

1.

Changed to a contrary or counterchanged order; reversed; characterized by inversion.

2. Geol.

Situated apparently in reverse order, as strata when folded back upon themselves by upheaval.

Inverted arch Arch., an arch placed with crown downward; -- much used in foundations.

 

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