time; moment; period; duration
Meanings
3 senses · 11 examplesnoun
time as a fundamental dimension of existence; the continuous progression of past, present, and future
formalUsed in physics and philosophy to describe the abstract concept of time as a continuous dimension.
Time and space are two fundamental forms of material existence.
Einstein's theory of relativity changed people's understanding of time.
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In physics, time is an important fundamental quantity.
noun
a period of time; duration (with a specific beginning and end)
Refers to a specific duration or interval required to complete an action.
How much time is needed to complete this work?
The time for one rotation of the Earth is about twenty-four hours.
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Building such a large bridge requires a long time.
We don't have enough time to finish the task.
noun
a specific point in time; moment; o'clock
Refers to a specific instant or clock time.
The time now is three fifteen in the afternoon.
What time did you arrive in Beijing?
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The meeting time is set for nine o'clock tomorrow morning.
Please be on time; don't be late.