Quaternary in Dutch

Quaternary in Dutch is Kwartair — Quaternary means of fourth rank or order.

Quaternary in Dutch

Kwartair

proper noun

(geology) The geological period of the Cenozoic Era immediately following the Tertiary. It is subdivided into the Pleistocene and the Holocene Epochs.

What does "Quaternary" mean?

adj Of fourth rank or order.
adj Of a mathematical expression containing e.g. x⁴.
adj Relating to or in number base four.
adj quaternary ammonium.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "Quaternary" in Dutch?

"Quaternary" in Dutch is Kwartair. Quaternary means: Of fourth rank or order.

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