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triassic

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun triassic has 1 sense
  1. Triassic, Triassic period - from 230 million to 190 million years ago; dinosaurs, marine reptiles; volcanic activity
    --1 is a kind of period, geological period
    --1 is a part of Mesozoic, Mesozoic era, Age of Reptiles

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Triassic

Definition:

Triassic refers to the first of three geological periods in the Mesozoic Era, lasting from approximately 251 million to 199 million years ago. It is known for the emergence of the first dinosaurs, the breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea, and the evolution of many new species.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun
  • Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

1. The first geological period in the Mesozoic Era.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characteristic of the Triassic period.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

  1. The Triassic is known for its diverse range of reptiles and amphibians.
  2. Fossils from the Triassic provide key insights into ancient ecosystems.

Adjective:

  1. The Triassic plants evolved unique adaptations to survive in the arid climate.
  2. We found Triassic rock formations on our hiking trip.

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