Epoch

Definition of Epoch

Ep´och   Pronunciation: ĕp´ǒk or ē´pǒk; 277
n.1.A fixed point of time, established in history by the occurrence of some grand or remarkable event; a point of time marked by an event of great subsequent influence; as, the epoch of the creation; the birth of Christ was the epoch which gave rise to the Christian era.
2.A period of time, longer or shorter, remarkable for events of great subsequent influence; a memorable period; as, the epoch of maritime discovery, or of the Reformation.
3.(Geol.) A division of time characterized by the prevalence of similar conditions of the earth; commonly a minor division or part of a period.
4.(Astron.) The date at which a planet or comet has a longitude or position.

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