holocene

[US]/ˈhɒl.ə.siːn/
[UK]/ˈhoʊ.lə.siːn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the most recent epoch in the geological time scale
adj.relating to the Holocene epoch

Phrases & Collocations

holocene epoch

holocene climate

holocene period

holocene fauna

holocene geology

holocene sediments

holocene sea-level

holocene vegetation

holocene extinction

holocene warming

Example Sentences

the holocene epoch began approximately 11,700 years ago.

many significant changes in climate occurred during the holocene.

the holocene is characterized by the development of human civilizations.

researchers study sediment layers to understand holocene environments.

holocene fossils provide insight into past biodiversity.

climate models often focus on holocene temperature variations.

the holocene has seen the rise of agriculture and urbanization.

understanding holocene geology helps predict future climate trends.

human impact on the environment has accelerated in the holocene.

the holocene is crucial for studying ecological changes.

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