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Permian
This term is a proper noun and adjective used exclusively within the fields of geology, paleontology, and Earth sciences. It refers to a specific chronological slice of the Paleozoic Era. Because it denotes a unique, singular period of time, it is always capitalized.
In a technical context, the word is frequently paired with terms like strata, boundary, or extinction to describe the physical rock layers or the biological events occurring during that epoch. It is not used in general conversation outside of scientific or academic discussions regarding prehistoric Earth.
Meanings
Examples
The Permian ended with the most severe mass extinction in history.
Look at these Permian fossils we found in the limestone.
I wonder what the world looked like during the Permian period.
The Permian climate was generally arid and hot.
We are studying Permian seed ferns in today's lecture.
The transition from the Carboniferous to the Permian saw a shift in dominant flora.