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单词 Portlandian
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Definition of Portlandian in English:

Portlandian

adjective pɔːtˈlandɪən
Geology
  • Of, relating to, or designating the uppermost division of the Jurassic of Europe, in which Portland oolite occurs, sometimes regarded as a stage lying above the Kimmeridgian.

noun pɔːtˈlandɪən
Geology
  • The Portlandian stage or series of rocks. Chiefly with the.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The North British Review. From the name of Portland + -ian, after Portland oolite.

 
 

Definition of Portlandian in US English:

Portlandian

adjectivepɔːtˈlandɪən
Geology
  • Of, relating to, or designating the uppermost division of the Jurassic of Europe, in which Portland oolite occurs, sometimes regarded as a stage lying above the Kimmeridgian.

nounpɔːtˈlandɪən
Geology
  • The Portlandian stage or series of rocks. Chiefly with the.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The North British Review. From the name of Portland + -ian, after Portland oolite.

 
 
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