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Illinoian

Syllabification: (Il·li·noi·an)
Pronunciation: /ˌiliˈnoi-ən/

Definition of Illinoian

adjective

Geology
  • of, relating to, or denoting a Pleistocene glaciation in North America, preceding the Wisconsin and approximating to the Saale of northern Europe.
  • (as noun the Illinoian) the Illinoian glaciation or the system of deposits laid down during it.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Illinois + -an

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