post-Darwinian

adjective

post-Dar·win·i·an ˌpōst-där-ˈwi-nē-ən

: following the introduction and widespread acceptance of the evolutionary theories of Charles Darwin

post-Darwinian models of evolution

Even from a post-Darwinian perspective, the sea inspires wonder—and fear.—

Marina Warner

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of post-Darwinian was in 1865

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“Post-Darwinian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/post-Darwinian. Accessed 9 Jun. 2023.

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