calendrical

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calendrical

The teacher points to a calendrical chart on the classroom wall.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Relating to a calendar: Pertaining to the system of organizing days for social, religious, commercial, or administrative purposes.
    • Relating to time measurement: Concerning the methods or systems used to divide and measure time, often in a structured, cyclical manner.
Usage
  • The adjective calendrical is used to describe anything connected with the structure, units, or events of a calendar. It is a formal, academic term.
  • It typically modifies nouns such as , , , , , , or .
Examples
  • The calendrical system of the ancient Maya was highly sophisticated.
  • Determining the calendrical date of the lunar new year requires precise astronomical observation.
  • Many religious festivals have a fixed calendrical significance.
Advanced Usage
  • Calendrical astronomy: The branch of astronomy concerned with the application of celestial cycles to timekeeping and calendar construction.
    • Calendrical astronomy was crucial for ancient agricultural societies.
  • Calendrical cycle: A repeating period defined by a calendar system, such as a 60-year cycle or a 52-year cycle.
    • The Aztec calendar was based on the interlocking of two major calendrical cycles.
Variants and Related Words
  • Calendric (adjective): An alternative, less common spelling with identical meaning.
    • The calendric calculations were accurate.
  • Calendar (noun): The system or chart itself.
    • She marked the date on her calendar.
  • Intercalary (adjective): Referring to a day or month inserted into a calendar to harmonize it with the solar year (e.g., February 29).
    • An intercalary day adjusts the calendrical year.
Synonyms
  • Chronological: Relating to the establishment of dates and time sequences.
  • Temporal: Relating to time as opposed to eternity or spatial dimensions.
Related Phrases
  • Calendrical reckoning: The process or method of calculating dates within a specific calendar system.
    • Different cultures developed their own methods of calendrical reckoning.
  • Of calendric importance: Describing an event or date that is significant within the framework of a calendar.
    • The solstice is a time of calendric importance.
calendrical

The teacher points to a calendrical chart on the classroom wall.

Adjective
  1. relating to or characteristic of or used in a calendar or time measurement
    • calendric systems
    • solstice is a time of calendric importance

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