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Period

Duration of time marked by specific events.

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A period refers to a distinct duration of time marked by specific events, characteristics, or developments. It can denote historical epochs, literary movements, geological ages, academic timeframes, punctuation marks in writing, or phases within biological cycles.

Etymology

From Old French periode, from Latin periodus, meaning 'a length of time determined by observation'.

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A period is like a chunk of time, like the Stone Age or the Renaissance - it's when things happened in a similar way.

Fun Facts

The Jurassic Period is known for dinosaurs
The Holocene Epoch is the current geological period
Periods are used in many fields, including history and geology

FAQ

What is a period? A period is a segment of time marked by recurring characteristics
How are periods defined? They's often defined by historical, geological, or astronomical events
Can periods overlap? Yes, some periods can have overlapping dates

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

time duration

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

epoch era age decade century geological period menstrual cycle

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

history timeline

Indexes

historical reference temporal

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