epoch — a period of time in history or a person's life, typically marked by notable events or particular characteristics
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a period of time in history or a person's life, typically marked by notable events or particular characteristics
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈiːpək/
Example Sentences
- My teacher said the invention of smartphones created a new epoch, but I think it just created a new epoch of students getting caught texting in class.
- The Renaissance was an epoch of great artistic and scientific achievements in Europe.
- Scientists believe we are living in a new geological epoch called the Anthropocene.
epoch
NOUN[/ˈiːpək/]
a period of time in history or a person's life, typically marked by notable events or particular characteristics
The invention of the steam engine marked a new epoch in human history.
When the epoch's clock brings history's shock!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'epochē' meaning 'stoppage' or 'fixed point in time', derived from 'epechein' meaning 'to stop' or 'to hold back'. The word entered English through Late Latin and Old French.
Breakdown
Greek epi- (upon) + echein (to hold) = epochē (a stopping point or fixed time) → epoch
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📝Examples
“My teacher said the invention of smartphones created a new epoch, but I think it just created a new epoch of students getting caught texting in class.”
“The Renaissance was an epoch of great artistic and scientific achievements in Europe.”
“Scientists believe we are living in a new geological epoch called the Anthropocene.”
“The discovery of antibiotics marked an epoch in medical history.”
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