What is another word for Subduct?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌbdʌkt] (IPA) 
The word subduct is commonly used in geology and refers to the process of one tectonic plate sliding beneath another. In terms of synonyms for subduct, the most commonly used word is "subduction," which has the same meaning as subduct. Other related synonyms include "descend," "plunge", "dip," and "push down." These words can apply to many situations beyond just tectonic plate movement, such as the sinking of an object beneath water or a hand being pushed down on a surface. When looking for an alternative way to describe something being forced or pushed down, any of these synonyms can be used interchangeably with subduct.
