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epochs
[/ˈɛpəks/]
noun
pl: epochs
épocas
1.
A period of time in history or a person's life, typically one marked by notable events or characteristics
The Renaissance was one of the most important epochs in European history.
O Renascimento foi uma das épocas mais importantes da história europeia.
2.
A division of geological time
The Holocene epoch began about 11,700 years ago.
A época do Holoceno começou há cerca de 11.700 anos.
3.
A fixed moment in time used as a reference point
In astronomy, an epoch is used to specify the exact positions of celestial objects.
Em astronomia, uma época é usada para especificar as posições exatas dos objetos celestes.
Synonyms
eras
periods
ages
times
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
épocas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
épocas
Standard usage; may also use 'períodos' for longer historical periods
Related Idioms & Phrases
a new epoch
epoch-making
the epoch of
throughout the epochs
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