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Epact

Noun - Astronomy

Definition: The number of days by which the solar year of one year differs from the number of days in the previous year.

Example Sentence: The epact for this year is 10, meaning that the solar year is 10 days longer than the previous year.

Related Products: Astronomy Books, Solar System Calendar

Noun - Chronology

Definition: The difference between the lunar and solar years, usually expressing the age of the moon in days on January 1 of any given year.

Example Sentence: The epact determines the date of Easter, as it indicates the age of the moon on January 1.

Related Products: World History Books, Easter Decorations

Noun - Ecclesiastical

Definition: The number of days by which the calendar year of a church differs from the solar year.

Example Sentence: The epact in the ecclesiastical calendar accounts for the varying number of days between the calendar year and the solar year.

Related Products: Religious Calendars, Church Liturgy Books

Noun - Local

Definition: A mound or bank raised to enclose a fort.

Example Sentence: The ancient ruins of the city still hold remnants of the epact that once surrounded the fort.

Related Products: Archaeology Books, Fort Building Kits