Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

holocene

noun

/ˈhɒl.ə.siːn/

Definition

The Holocene is the current geological epoch that began approximately 11,700 years ago after the last major ice age.

Examples

The Holocene epoch is marked by the rise of agriculture and the formation of cities.
Scientists study the Holocene to understand climate change and its effects on the environment.

Meaning

It represents the most recent period in the Earth’s geological history, characterized by the development of human civilization and significant changes in climate and environment.