/ˈep.ək/
a period of time in history, especially one during which important events or changes happen SYN era
The death of the emperor marked the end of an epoch in the country’s history.
皇帝驾崩标志着该国历史上一个时代的结束。
a long period of time, especially one in which there are new developments and great change:
The president said that his country was moving into a new epoch, which would be one of lasting peace.