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Carboniferous

Adjective / ˌkɑ:rbʌˈnɪfɜ:ʌs / Another word for carboniferous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting the fifth period of the Paleozoic era, between the Devonian and Permian periods.

Synonyms & similar words

carboniferous carbonaceous carbonic carboniferousperiod carbonous coal-bearing coal-forming fossiliferous Paleozoic ancient prehistoric primeval antique early old aged vintage archaic outmoded obsolete antiquated bygone former past historical

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Example sentences

  1. During the carboniferous period, there were giant insects.
  2. Carboniferous forests were full of ferns and lycopods.
  3. The carboniferous period lasted for about 60 million years.
  4. The carboniferous period is famous for the formation of coal.
  5. Carboniferous coal deposits are mined for fuel.

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  • The Carboniferous is notable for the vast expanse of tropical rainforest that covered the equatorial region of Pangaea.
  • The Carboniferous period has always been one of my favorites.
  • In the Carboniferous period, the world was covered with dense forests, and oceans were filled with life.

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