toarcian

/təʊˈɑːrsiən/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Toarcian age, a stage of the Early Jurassic period, approximately 182 to 191 million years ago.

“The Toarcian faunal zone is characterized by diverse and abundant marine and terrestrial life forms.”

2. noun

A stage of the Early Jurassic period, approximately 182 to 191 million years ago.

“The Toarcian stage is marked by significant geological and paleontological discoveries in the region.”

Synonyms

  • early jurassic
  • jurassic

Antonyms

  • cretaceous
  • cretaceous period