单词 | Illinoian |
释义 | Illinoian/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ(j)ən![]() adjective Geology 1Relating to or denoting a Pleistocene glaciation in North America, preceding the Wisconsin and approximating to the Saale of northern Europe.This preserve is located on a käme (a hill or mound of stratified drift deposited by glacial meltwater) formed during the Illinoian glacial epoch....
1.1 (as noun the Illinoian) The Illinoian glaciation or the system of deposits laid down during it. OriginMid 19th century: from Illinois + -an. |
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