GLACIAL EPOCH
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Glacial Epoch.
Glacial Epoch - as a noun
From two million to 11 thousand years ago; extensive glaciation of the northern hemisphere; the time of human evolution
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pleistocenepleistocene epochAny period of time during which glaciers covered a large part of the earth's surface
Example: "The most recent ice age was during the pleistocene"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glacial periodice ageExample Sentences
"The glacial epoch lasted for millions of years."
"The evidence of the glacial epoch can be seen in the landscape."
"During the glacial epoch, ice covered much of the Earth."
"Scientists study the geological records from the glacial epoch."
"The glacial epoch resulted in the formation of large ice sheets."
