Devonian

Definition

Of a geologic period within the Paleozoic era; comprises lower, middle and upper epochs from about 415 to 360 million years ago.

Etymology

From Medieval Latin Devōnia (“Devon”) + -an. By surface analysis, Devon + -ian. Doublet of Dumnonian.

Example Sentences

• "This relic may, perhaps, serve, as a reminder of busier and more prosperous days on this Devonian railway byway."