Astrochronological

/ˌæstroʊkrənəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the study of time and dating using astronomical observations and calculations.

Etymology

From astro- (star, astronomical) combined with chronological (relating to time order). This rare term combines two Greek roots: astron (star) and chronos (time).

Kelly Says

Ancient astronomers literally invented chronology by watching celestial patterns—they dated events by lunar and solar cycles, so 'astrochronological' is really what all timekeeping was before clocks existed.

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