Geochronometric

/ˌdʒiːoʊˌkrɑːnəˈmɛtrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the measurement of geological time; involving precise determination of ages using chronometric methods.

Etymology

From geo- (earth) + chronometric (from chronometer, a precision timepiece). A technical term emphasizing the precision and measurement aspects of dating.

Kelly Says

Geochronometric precision has become so good that scientists can now date events to within a few million years over timescales of billions of years—imagine measuring to that accuracy.

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