Cambrian

English

Etymology

Cambria + -an.

Pronunciation

Adjective

Cambrian (comparative more Cambrian, superlative most Cambrian)

  1. (geology) Of a geologic period within the Paleozoic era; comprises lower, middle and Furongian epochs from about 542 to 490 million years ago.
  2. Of or relating to Wales.

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Noun

Cambrian (plural Cambrians)

  1. Synonym of Walian: a Welsh person, a Welshman or Welshwoman.

Proper noun

Cambrian

  1. (geology) The Cambrian period.

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See also

  • Appendix:Geologic timescale
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