Definitions for Illinoian

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Illinoian Il·li·noi·an

Spelling: [il-uh-noi-uh n]

IPA: /ˌɪl əˈnɔɪ ən/

Illinoian is a 9 letter English word.

You can make 95 anagrams from letters in Illinoian (aiiillnno).

Definitions for Illinoian

noun

1. Geology. the third stage of the glaciation of North America during the Pleistocene.
2. Illinoisan.

adjective

1. Geology. of or relating to the Illinoian stage.
2. Illinoisan.

Origin of Illinoian

An Americanism dating back to 1825-35; Illinoi(s) + -an

Examples for Illinoian

Specific identification of the Illinoian pocket gophers is uncertain, primarily due to the fragmentary nature of the material.

The ancient channel which it held along the Illinoian ice front has been traced through southeastern Iowa for many miles.