epiphany

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun a divine manifestation
  2. noun twelve days after Christmas; celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the infant Jesus

Etymology

From Middle English epiphanie, from Old French epyphanie, from Late Latin epiphania, from Ancient Greek ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia, “manifestation, striking appearance”), from ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō, “I appear, display”), from ἐπι- (epi-, “upon”) + φαίνω (phaínō, “I shine, appear”). English Epiphany (of Christ) since the 14th century, generic use since the 17th century.

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