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tertiary

UK/'tә:ʃiәri/US
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Definitions

adj.

Of third rank, level, or importance; relating to a third stage or degree.

第三的;第三位的;第三级的

n.

Something of third order or rank; a tertiary colour.

第三位的事物;第三纪

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
tertiroot
+
aryrelating to, connected with
=tertiary

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Tertiary education includes universities and colleges.

  • 2.

    The tertiary structure of proteins is crucial for function.

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