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Flandrian

Pronunciation: /ˈflɑːndrɪən/
Definition of Flandrian

adjective

Geology
  • relating to or denoting the current (Holocene or Recent) stage in northern Europe, especially when treated as an interglacial period.
  • (as noun the Flandrian) the Flandrian interglacial or the system of deposits laid down during it.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Flanders + -ian

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