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cretaceous Definition


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cretaceous
adj
    1. geol.
      Relating to the last period of the Mesozoic era, during which the first flowering plants appeared, and dinosaurs and many other reptiles became extinct.
      Form: Cretaceous
    2. Relating to rocks formed during this period.
      Form: Cretaceous
    3. Composed of or resembling chalk.

    1. The Cretaceous age or rock system.
Etymology: 17c: from Latin creta chalk.



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