What does EPOCH mean?

Epoch

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A particular period of time marked by distinctive features, events, or characteristics.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɛpək/ UK: /ˈiːpɒk/

Origin and Usage: The word "epoch" comes from Greek "epokhē" meaning "cessation" or "pause." It was first used in English in the 17th century to refer to a point in time that marks the beginning of a new period or era. The term is commonly used in geology, astronomy, and history to refer to a significant period of time marked by important events or changes.

Synonyms: Era, Age, Period, Time, Date

Related Words: Erase, Caper, Crepe, Cripe, Copra

Example Sentences:

• The Industrial Revolution marked a significant epoch in human history.
• The Jurassic epoch is known for its dinosaurs.
• The fall of the Berlin Wall signaled the end of an epoch in European history.