eon

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun the longest division of geological time
  2. noun an immeasurably long period of time
  3. noun (Gnosticism) a divine power or nature emanating from the Supreme Being and playing various roles in the operation of the universe

Etymology

From Latin aeon, from Ancient Greek αἰών (aiṓn, “age, era”).

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Synonyms

aeon

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