1. vb. [Geophysics]

To interpret data, such as seismic sections, by selecting and tracking marker beds or other events.

See related terms: event,  marker bed

2. n. [Geophysics]

A feature interpreted or selected from data, such as a seismic event. Correlation of seismic picks to geologic picks, such as formation tops interpreted from well logs, can improve interpretations.

See related terms: correlate,  correlation,  event,  interpretation