Arthur Holmes

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Arthur Holmes: An English geologist who was a prominent supporter of the theory of continental drift. He made significant contributions to understanding the Earth's geological timescale and mantle convection.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Arthur Holmes proposed that convection currents in the Earth's mantle could be the driving force for continental drift.
    • The pioneering work of Arthur Holmes helped lay the groundwork for the modern theory of plate tectonics.
Advanced Usage
  • "Holmesian": Pertaining to or characteristic of the work or theories of Arthur Holmes.
    • The Holmesian model of mantle convection was a crucial step in geological science.
Variants and Related Words
  • Holmes (n): A common shortened reference to Arthur Holmes in geological literature.
    • Holmes estimated the age of the Earth using radiometric dating.
Synonyms
  • Geologist: A scientist who studies the solid Earth.
  • Theorist: A person who forms theories, especially in a specific field.
Related Phrases
  • "Holmes' principle": Refers to his foundational ideas about geological time or mantle convection.
    • The debate was settled by applying Holmes' principle of radiometric dating.
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Noun
  1. English geologist and supporter of the theory of continental drift (1890-1965)

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