Mississippian

Origin

Mississippi + -an

Full definition of Mississippian

Adjective

1. (geology) Of a geologic epoch within the Carboniferous period from about 359 to 318 million years ago; marked by glaciation and the appearance of the first trees.
2. Of, or pertaining to, Mississippi or its culture.

Proper noun

1. (geology) The Mississippian epoch.

Noun

1. An inhabitant or a resident of the state of Mississippi.

Hypernyms

• American