Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
millennia
noun
/mɪˈlɛniə/
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Definition
Millennia is the plural form of millennium, which refers to a period of a thousand years.
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Examples
- Humans have existed for millennia, evolving and adapting to their environments.
- The traditions of the region have been passed down over millennia.
- Scientists study climate changes that have occurred over several millennia.
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Meaning
It signifies a span of time that covers multiple thousands of years, often used to discuss significant historical or geological periods.
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Synonyms
- thousands of years
- centuries
- ages