Neozoic
/ˌniːə(ʊ)ˈzəʊɪk/Geology. Now rare
adjective
1Of, relating to, or designating an era following the Palaeozoic era, comprising both the Mesozoic and Cenozoic (Cainozoic) eras.
2Frequently with the. Of, belonging to, or designating the most recent era; = Cainozoic.
noun
The Neozoic era; the rocks collectively dating from this time.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Edward Forbes (1815–1854), natural historian. From neo- + -zoic, after Palaeozoic.