chronicon
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A title used for several historical works from the Middle Ages, often in Latin
- proper noun
- Archaic
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Cronicon
- Scholars often consult the Chronicon Rusticum-Commerciale when studying agricultural practices in 18th-century England.
Examples
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The historic text known as the Chronicon of Eusebius provides invaluable insights into early Christian history.
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In his research, he referenced the Chronicon Manniae to illustrate the timeline of medieval kings on the Isle of Man.
Synonyms
chronicle
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A written record of past events in the order they happened
refers specifically to a medieval Latin title for historical works
Surface Forms
chronicon main
Etymology
Chronicon was often used as the title for history books in the middle ages and its name comes from Greek chronos meaning 'time'. That is why many old histories are simply called Chronicon, meaning a book that records events in time.