interstadial

in·ter·stade

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-steyd]
- /ˈɪn tərˌsteɪd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-steyd]
- /ˈɪn tərˌsteɪd/

Definitions of interstadial word

noun interstadial a period of temporary retreat of ice during a glacial stage; a warming period. 1
noun interstadial Of or relating to a minor period of less cold climate during a glacial period. 1
adjective interstadial of a relatively warm period during a glacial epoch, when glaciers temporarily stop or retreat 0
noun interstadial Such a period. 0
adjective interstadial (geology) Of or pertaining to a temporary period of thaw in the middle of an ice age. 0

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Parts of speech for Interstadial

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interstadial popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 40% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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