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noun 
  1. A particular period of history, especially one considered remarkable or noteworthy.
  2. A notable event which marks the beginning of such a period.
  3. (astronomy) A precise instant of time that is used as a reference point.
  4. (context, computing, uncountable) January 1, 1970, 00:00:00 GMT
Etymology: From Latin epocha < Ancient Greek á epokhe

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