Relating to rocks consisting of cemented fragments that originate from the mechanical breakdown of rock associated with plate tectonic processes.

What does Cataclastic mean?

1 : of, relating to, or caused by cataclasis a pronounced cataclastic texture. 2 : having the granular fragmental texture induced in rocks by mechanical crushing cataclastic structures.

What is the meaning of Cataclastic metamorphism?

Cataclastic Metamorphism: A high-pressure metamorphism resulting from the crushing and shearing of rock during tectonic movement, mostly along faults. Cataclastic metamorphism is generally localized along fault planes (areas of detachment where rocks slide past one another).