Tertiary
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British pronunciation/tˈɜːʃjəɹi/
American pronunciation/ˈtɝʃɝi/, /ˈtɝʃiˌɛɹi/

Definition & Meaning of "tertiary"

tertiary
01

coming third in a sequence or order

tertiary definition and meaning
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The patient was diagnosed at the tertiary stage of the illness, requiring advanced treatment.
In the company 's hierarchy, he held a tertiary position, reporting to two higher-level managers.
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related to education that takes place at colleges, universities, or other higher education institutions

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After completing high school, she pursued tertiary education at a prestigious university.
The government increased funding for tertiary institutions to support higher education.
The Tertiary
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a period in the geological time scale, known for the development of mammals and birds after the extinction of the dinosaurs

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Fossils from the Tertiary period provide evidence of early mammalian evolution.
The rocks found in this region date back to the Tertiary, showing signs of volcanic activity.
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