👉 Cyclopean is a type of geological formation that consists of a series of parallel layers of rock, typically in a single layer. These layers are usually laid down over time and can be found on both the surface (such as in mountainous areas) or beneath the earth's surface (like on the bottom of a cave). The term "cyclopean" is derived from the Latin word "cyclop," which refers to a ladder, but it also has other meanings in English